1963 AC Cobra vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1963 AC Cobra. (271 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 868 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 Volvo XC60 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 Volvo XC60 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 Volvo XC60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Cobra. (423 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Cobra | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | AC | Volvo |
| Model | Cobra | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2774 mm |
