1962 AC Cobra vs. 2009 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2009 Citroen Xsara is newer by 47 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 182 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 200 kg more than 1962 AC Cobra.
Because 1962 AC Cobra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Xsara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1962 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Cobra | 2009 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | AC | Citroen |
| Model | Cobra | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 54 L |
