1962 AC Cobra vs. 1992 Rover 100
To start off, 1992 Rover 100 is newer by 30 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 154 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 AC Cobra weights approximately 114 kg more than 1992 Rover 100. 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1962 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Cobra | 1992 Rover 100 | |
Make | AC | Rover |
Model | Cobra | 100 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4265 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |