1963 AC Cobra vs. 1970 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1970 Dodge Dart is newer by 7 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 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 170 more horse power than 1970 Dodge Dart. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1970 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Dodge Dart weights approximately 305 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Cobra | 1970 Dodge Dart | |
Make | AC | Dodge |
Model | Cobra | Dart |
Year Released | 1963 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 3249 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2830 mm |