1962 AC Cobra vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1993 Renault Safrane is newer by 31 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 88 more horse power than 1993 Renault Safrane. (168 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 591 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, 1993 Renault Safrane, 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Safrane. (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1962 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Cobra | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | Cobra | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
