1962 AC Cobra vs. 1999 Saturn SC
To start off, 1999 Saturn SC 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 156 more horse power than 1999 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1999 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Saturn SC weights approximately 61 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, 1999 Saturn SC, 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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1962 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Saturn SC. 1999 Saturn SC 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. 1999 Saturn SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Cobra | 1999 Saturn SC | |
| Make | AC | Saturn |
| Model | Cobra | SC |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
