1963 AC Cobra vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera

To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1963 AC Cobra. (271 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 810 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 Porsche Panamera 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 Panamera 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 Panamera (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Cobra. (423 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 Panamera
Make AC Porsche
Model Cobra Panamera
Year Released 1963 2013
Body Type Roadster Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4727 cc 4800 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V single
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 271 HP 395 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 423 Nm 500 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Electric
Top Speed 217 km/hour 282 km/hour
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual Single Speed
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1050 kg 1860 kg
Vehicle Length 3850 mm 4970 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 2114 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1418 mm
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 2920 mm


 

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