1963 AC Cobra vs. 1971 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1971 Peugeot 404 is newer by 8 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 209 more horse power than 1971 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1971 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 15 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Cobra | 1971 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | AC | Peugeot |
| Model | Cobra | 404 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
