1963 AC Cobra vs. 2001 Noble M12
To start off, 2001 Noble M12 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 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Noble M12 (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1963 AC Cobra. (271 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 AC Cobra weights approximately 70 kg more than 2001 Noble M12.
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 Noble M12 (435 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Cobra. (423 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Cobra | 2001 Noble M12 | |
Make | AC | Noble |
Model | Cobra | M12 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2001 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 2544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2440 mm |