1963 AC Cobra vs. 1979 Citroen CX
To start off, 1979 Citroen CX is newer by 16 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 164 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 350 kg more than 1963 AC Cobra.
Because 1963 AC Cobra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Cobra | 1979 Citroen CX | |
Make | AC | Citroen |
Model | Cobra | CX |
Year Released | 1963 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3100 mm |