1963 AC Cobra vs. 2007 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2007 Lancia Phedra is newer by 44 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 145 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Phedra. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 775 kg more than 1963 AC Cobra.
Because 1963 AC Cobra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Phedra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Phedra. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Phedra.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Cobra | 2007 Lancia Phedra | |
Make | AC | Lancia |
Model | Cobra | Phedra |
Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |