1963 AC Cobra vs. 2002 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2002 Lotus Elise is newer by 39 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 137 more horse power than 2002 Lotus Elise. (134 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2002 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 AC Cobra weights approximately 294 kg more than 2002 Lotus Elise. 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, 1963 AC Cobra (423 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Elise. (175 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Cobra | 2002 Lotus Elise | |
Make | AC | Lotus |
Model | Cobra | Elise |
Year Released | 1963 | 2002 |
Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
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 | 756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |