1964 AC Cobra vs. 2002 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Equus is newer by 38 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 47 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Equus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 980 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Equus. (380 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Equus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 AC Cobra | 2002 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | AC | Hyundai |
| Model | Cobra | Equus |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4737 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
