1963 AC Cobra vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 49 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 10 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NV. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1628 kg more than 1963 AC Cobra.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NV. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NV. 2012 Nissan NV 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. 2012 Nissan NV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Cobra | 2012 Nissan NV | |
Make | AC | Nissan |
Model | Cobra | NV |
Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2678 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 6111 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2131 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3711 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 106 L |