1963 AC Cobra vs. 2010 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2010 Nissan GT-R 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, 2010 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1963 AC Cobra. (271 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 687 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 2010 Nissan GT-R 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 Nissan GT-R 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, 2010 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Cobra. (423 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Cobra | 2010 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Cobra | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 74 L |
