1963 AC Cobra vs. 2010 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2010 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 47 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 41 more horse power than 2010 Land Rover LR2. (230 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2010 Land Rover LR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover LR2 weights approximately 880 kg more than 1963 AC Cobra.
Because 2010 Land Rover LR2 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover LR2 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Land Rover LR2. (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Land Rover LR2. 2010 Land Rover LR2 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. 2010 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Cobra | 2010 Land Rover LR2 | |
| Make | AC | Land Rover |
| Model | Cobra | LR2 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4498 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1908 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
