1964 AC Cobra vs. 1952 MG YB
To start off, 1964 AC Cobra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 MG YB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 MG YB would be higher. At 4,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 AC Cobra (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1952 MG YB. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1952 MG YB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 MG YB weights approximately 50 kg more than 1964 AC Cobra.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1964 AC Cobra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 MG YB. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1964 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 MG YB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 AC Cobra | 1952 MG YB | |
| Make | AC | MG |
| Model | Cobra | YB |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1952 |
| Engine Size | 4737 cc | 1250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
