1962 AC Cobra vs. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 41 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 61 more horse power than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (195 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 780 kg more than 1962 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 AC Cobra (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Cobra | 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | AC | Jeep |
| Model | Cobra | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 78 L |
