1962 AC Cobra vs. 2001 AC Aceca
To start off, 2001 AC Aceca is newer by 39 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, 2001 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1962 AC Cobra. (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 AC Aceca weights approximately 626 kg more than 1962 AC Cobra. 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, 2001 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Cobra. (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Cobra | 2001 AC Aceca | |
Make | AC | AC |
Model | Cobra | Aceca |
Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4265 cc | 3506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2300 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |