1963 AC Cobra vs. 1970 NSU 1200
To start off, 1970 NSU 1200 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) has 186 more horse power than 1970 NSU 1200. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1970 NSU 1200.
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) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 NSU 1200. (81 Nm). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 NSU 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Cobra | 1970 NSU 1200 | |
| Make | AC | NSU |
| Model | Cobra | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2240 mm |
