1962 AC Cobra vs. 1989 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 1989 Dodge Spirit is newer by 27 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 106 more horse power than 1989 Dodge Spirit. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1989 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 332 kg more than 1962 AC Cobra.
Because 1962 AC Cobra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Spirit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1962 AC Cobra (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Dodge Spirit. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1962 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Cobra | 1989 Dodge Spirit | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Cobra | Spirit |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2630 mm |
