1962 AC Cobra vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 35 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 59 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi Verada. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 526 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, 1997 Mitsubishi Verada, 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi Verada. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi Verada. 1997 Mitsubishi Verada has automatic transmission and 1962 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1962 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Cobra | 1997 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | AC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cobra | Verada |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |
