1963 AC Cobra vs. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 33 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, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1963 AC Cobra. (271 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 400 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Cobra. (423 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Cobra | 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | AC | Citroen |
| Model | Cobra | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3000 mm |
