1962 AC Cobra vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra 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 131 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra.
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, 2003 Opel Vectra, 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1962 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Cobra | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | AC | Opel |
| Model | Cobra | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
