1962 AC Cobra vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1975 Nissan Cherry is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,265 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Cobra (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 AC Cobra weights approximately 210 kg more than 1975 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 AC Cobra (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Cobra | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Cobra | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2400 mm |
