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


 

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