1963 AC Cobra vs. 2001 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2001 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 38 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 572 more horse power than 1963 AC Cobra. (271 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lotec C 1000 weights approximately 30 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 567 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Cobra. (423 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Cobra | 2001 Lotec C 1000 | |
Make | AC | Lotec |
Model | Cobra | C 1000 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 843 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 990 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1150 mm |