1964 AC Cobra vs. 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward
To start off, 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward 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 5,377 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1964 AC Cobra. (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward should accelerate faster than 1964 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward weights approximately 1390 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.
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, 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (499 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 AC Cobra. (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 AC Cobra. 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward has automatic transmission and 1964 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1964 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 AC Cobra | 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward | |
| Make | AC | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Cobra | Park Ward |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4737 cc | 5377 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 499 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |
