1964 AC Cobra vs. 1973 Jensen Jensen-Healey
To start off, 1973 Jensen Jensen-Healey is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 AC Cobra 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 147 more horse power than 1973 Jensen Jensen-Healey. (120 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1973 Jensen Jensen-Healey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Jensen Jensen-Healey weights approximately 150 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 AC Cobra | 1973 Jensen Jensen-Healey | |
| Make | AC | Jensen |
| Model | Cobra | Jensen-Healey |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4737 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
