1962 AC Cobra vs. 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR is newer by 45 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 808 more horse power than 1962 AC Cobra. (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR weights approximately 296 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.
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, 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 695 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Cobra. (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Cobra | 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
Make | AC | Koenigsegg |
Model | Cobra | CCXR |
Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4265 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 1064 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 1060 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 400 km/hour |
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 | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |