1963 AC Cobra vs. 1953 MG YB
To start off, 1963 AC Cobra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 MG YB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 MG YB would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Cobra (271 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1953 MG YB. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1953 MG YB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 MG YB weights approximately 10 kg more than 1963 AC Cobra.
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, 1963 AC Cobra (423 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 MG YB. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 MG YB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Cobra | 1953 MG YB | |
| Make | AC | MG |
| Model | Cobra | YB |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 1250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
