1963 AC Cobra vs. 1995 Dodge Stealth
To start off, 1995 Dodge Stealth is newer by 32 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, 1995 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1963 AC Cobra. (271 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 680 kg more than 1963 AC Cobra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Dodge Stealth 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, 1995 Dodge Stealth 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, 1995 Dodge Stealth (429 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Cobra. (423 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Cobra | 1995 Dodge Stealth | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Cobra | Stealth |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 429 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2480 mm |
