1964 AC Cobra vs. 2000 Lexus IS
To start off, 2000 Lexus IS is newer by 36 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 114 more horse power than 2000 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2000 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus IS weights approximately 390 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 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1964 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
1964 AC Cobra | 2000 Lexus IS | |
Make | AC | Lexus |
Model | Cobra | IS |
Year Released | 1964 | 2000 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4737 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 426 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |