1962 AC Cobra vs. 2009 Lexus IS
To start off, 2009 Lexus IS 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, 2009 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1962 AC Cobra. (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus IS weights approximately 756 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, 2009 Lexus IS (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Cobra. (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Cobra. 2009 Lexus IS 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. 2009 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Cobra | 2009 Lexus IS | |
| Make | AC | Lexus |
| Model | Cobra | IS |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 3454 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
