1963 AC Cobra vs. 1993 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1993 Nissan Serena is newer by 30 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 147 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Serena. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Serena weights approximately 450 kg more than 1963 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 AC Cobra (423 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (169 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Cobra | 1993 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Cobra | Serena |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2740 mm |
