1964 AC Cobra vs. 1996 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1996 Nissan Skyline is newer by 32 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, 1996 Nissan Skyline (271 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1964 AC Cobra. (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1964 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 490 kg more than 1964 AC Cobra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 AC Cobra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Skyline, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Skyline. (368 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1964 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 AC Cobra | 1996 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Cobra | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4737 cc | 2569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |
