1963 AC Cobra vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 405 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 75 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 405. (196 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1963 AC Cobra.
Because 1993 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 will offer significantly more control. 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (289 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Cobra | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
Make | AC | Peugeot |
Model | Cobra | 405 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |