1964 AC Cobra vs. 1975 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1975 Triumph 2000 is newer by 11 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 184 more horse power than 1975 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1964 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 AC Cobra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1964 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 AC Cobra | 1975 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | AC | Triumph |
| Model | Cobra | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4737 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2700 mm |
