1963 AC Cobra vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1963 AC Cobra. (271 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1242 kg more than 1963 AC Cobra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Cobra. (423 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Cobra. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1963 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1963 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Cobra | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | AC | Land Rover |
| Model | Cobra | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 4197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2292 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 104 L |
