1964 AC Cobra vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C

To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 43 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 126 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 525 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.

Compare all specifications:

1964 AC Cobra 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
Make AC Mercedes-Benz
Model Cobra C
Year Released 1964 2007
Body Type Roadster Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4737 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 267 HP 141 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 426 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.7 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 72.9 mm 85 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.2:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1010 kg 1535 kg
Vehicle Length 3850 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1470 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 62 L


 

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