1962 AC Cobra vs. 2012 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2012 Nissan Murano is newer by 50 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, 2012 Nissan Murano (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1962 AC Cobra. (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Murano weights approximately 758 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.
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, 2012 Nissan Murano, 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Murano. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1962 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Cobra | 2012 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Cobra | Murano |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 82 L |
