1962 AC Cobra vs. 2006 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 44 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, 2006 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1962 AC Cobra. (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rainier weights approximately 566 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.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier 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, 2006 Buick Rainier 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, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Cobra. (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Cobra | 2006 Buick Rainier | |
| Make | AC | Buick |
| Model | Cobra | Rainier |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 83 L |
