1963 AC Cobra vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 102 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 754 kg more than 1963 AC Cobra.
Because 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 Nissan Hardbody 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Cobra | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Cobra | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 84 L |
