1963 AC Cobra vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 34 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 84 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 405 kg more than 1963 AC Cobra.
Because 1963 AC Cobra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Magna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi Magna. 1997 Mitsubishi Magna has automatic transmission and 1963 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1963 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Mitsubishi Magna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Cobra | 1997 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | AC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cobra | Magna |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |
