1963 AC Cobra vs. 2011 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Defender is newer by 48 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 151 more horse power than 2011 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2011 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1658 kg more than 1963 AC Cobra.
Because 2011 Land Rover Defender 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, 2011 Land Rover Defender 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Cobra | 2011 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | AC | Land Rover |
Model | Cobra | Defender |
Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |