1962 AC Cobra vs. 1998 Lotus 340 R
To start off, 1998 Lotus 340 R is newer by 36 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 66 more horse power than 1998 Lotus 340 R. (190 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1998 Lotus 340 R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 AC Cobra weights approximately 309 kg more than 1998 Lotus 340 R. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus 340 R. (198 Nm). This means 1962 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus 340 R.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Cobra | 1998 Lotus 340 R | |
Make | AC | Lotus |
Model | Cobra | 340 R |
Year Released | 1962 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4265 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 198 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |