1962 AC Cobra vs. 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning 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) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. (236 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning weights approximately 334 kg more than 1962 AC Cobra.
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, 1962 AC Cobra (365 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. (305 Nm). This means 1962 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Cobra | 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning | |
| Make | AC | Vauxhall |
| Model | Cobra | VX Lightning |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 236 HP |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2420 mm |
