1963 AC Cobra vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 1983 Volvo 240 is newer by 20 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 190 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 240 weights approximately 320 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 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 240. (139 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Cobra | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
Make | AC | Volvo |
Model | Cobra | 240 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 2315 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4650 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 23.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |