1962 AC Cobra vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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, 1962 AC Cobra (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 801 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (511 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Cobra. (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Cobra. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1962 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1962 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Cobra | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Cobra | C |
Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4265 cc | 2987 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 511 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |