1963 AC Cobra vs. 1959 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1963 AC Cobra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Trabant P 70 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 249 more horse power than 1959 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1959 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 AC Cobra weights approximately 200 kg more than 1959 Trabant P 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 AC Cobra (423 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Cobra | 1959 Trabant P 70 | |
Make | AC | Trabant |
Model | Cobra | P 70 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2390 mm |