1963 AC Cobra vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra 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 71 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (200 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 360 kg more than 1963 AC Cobra.
Because 1963 AC Cobra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Sentra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (244 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Cobra | 2012 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | AC | Nissan |
Model | Cobra | Sentra |
Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4575 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |