1963 AC Cobra vs. 2000 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 37 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 157 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Coupe. (114 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 185 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, 2000 Hyundai Coupe, 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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Coupe. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Cobra | 2000 Hyundai Coupe | |
Make | AC | Hyundai |
Model | Cobra | Coupe |
Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2480 mm |