1962 AC Cobra vs. 1999 Lexus IS
To start off, 1999 Lexus IS is newer by 37 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 103 more horse power than 1999 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1999 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus IS weights approximately 416 kg more than 1962 AC Cobra.
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 @ 4800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1962 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Cobra | 1999 Lexus IS | |
Make | AC | Lexus |
Model | Cobra | IS |
Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4265 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |