1963 AC Cobra vs. 2003 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2003 Dodge Dakota is newer by 40 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 153 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 486 kg more than 1963 AC Cobra.
Because 2003 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Cobra | 2003 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Cobra | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2850 mm |
