1962 AC Cobra vs. 2000 Citroen Xanae
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xanae is newer by 38 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 198 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xanae. (58 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xanae. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xanae weights approximately 150 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, 2000 Citroen Xanae, 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) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xanae. (142 Nm). This means 1962 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xanae.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Cobra | 2000 Citroen Xanae | |
| Make | AC | Citroen |
| Model | Cobra | Xanae |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |
