1964 AC Cobra vs. 1961 Volvo 220
To start off, 1964 AC Cobra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo 220 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 193 more horse power than 1961 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Volvo 220 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1964 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 AC Cobra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1964 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 AC Cobra | 1961 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | AC | Volvo |
| Model | Cobra | 220 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4737 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
