1963 AC Cobra vs. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba
To start off, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba is newer by 11 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Cobra (271 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 815 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba has automatic transmission and 1963 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1963 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Cobra | 1974 Chrysler Cordoba | |
| Make | AC | Chrysler |
| Model | Cobra | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2930 mm |
