1963 AC Cobra vs. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE
To start off, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is newer by 50 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 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (488 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1963 AC Cobra. (271 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE weights approximately 830 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 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE 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, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE 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, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Cobra. (423 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Cobra | 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE | |
Make | AC | Jaguar |
Model | Cobra | F-TYPE |
Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 488 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2053 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2909 mm |