1962 AC Cobra vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 49 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 152 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dacia Duster weights approximately 216 kg more than 1962 AC Cobra.
Because 2011 Dacia Duster 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, 2011 Dacia Duster 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, 1962 AC Cobra (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1962 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Cobra | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
Make | AC | Dacia |
Model | Cobra | Duster |
Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4265 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2673 mm |