1963 AC Cobra vs. 1997 Renault Espace
To start off, 1997 Renault Espace 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 105 more horse power than 1997 Renault Espace. (166 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Espace weights approximately 600 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 Renault Espace, 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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Espace. (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Espace. 1997 Renault Espace 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 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Cobra | 1997 Renault Espace | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | Cobra | Espace |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 2963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
