1963 AC Cobra vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 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 34 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Cayenne. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1963 AC Cobra.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Cobra. (423 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Cobra | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | AC | Porsche |
Model | Cobra | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.8 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2895 mm |