1962 AC Cobra vs. 2005 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2005 Mahindra Commander is newer by 43 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 194 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 386 kg more than 1962 AC Cobra.
Because 2005 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mahindra Commander will offer significantly more control. 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 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1962 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Cobra | 2005 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | AC | Mahindra |
| Model | Cobra | Commander |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2690 mm |
