1962 AC Cobra vs. 1991 Rover 400
To start off, 1991 Rover 400 is newer by 29 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 162 more horse power than 1991 Rover 400. (94 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Rover 400 weights approximately 36 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, 1991 Rover 400, 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 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 400. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Cobra | 1991 Rover 400 | |
| Make | AC | Rover |
| Model | Cobra | 400 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2560 mm |
