1964 AC Cobra vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 27 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 36 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. (231 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 890 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1964 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
1964 AC Cobra | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Cobra | 300 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4737 cc | 3198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 426 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |