1963 AC Cobra vs. 1969 ZIL 114
To start off, 1969 ZIL 114 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 AC Cobra would be higher. At 7,962 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 ZIL 114 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Cobra (271 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1969 ZIL 114. (254 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1969 ZIL 114. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 ZIL 114 weights approximately 2125 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, 1969 ZIL 114 (580 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Cobra. (423 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 ZIL 114 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Cobra | 1969 ZIL 114 | |
| Make | AC | ZIL |
| Model | Cobra | 114 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 7962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 3175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3770 mm |
