1963 AC Cobra vs. 2005 Kia K2700
To start off, 2005 Kia K2700 is newer by 42 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 188 more horse power than 2005 Kia K2700. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia K2700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia K2700 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1963 AC Cobra.
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 2005 Kia K2700. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia K2700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Cobra | 2005 Kia K2700 | |
| Make | AC | Kia |
| Model | Cobra | K2700 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 2665 cc |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1530 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
