1963 AC Cobra vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept 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 133 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept weights approximately 215 kg more than 1963 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 AC Cobra (423 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Cobra | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept | |
| Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cobra | Bionic Car Concept |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
