1964 AC Cobra vs. 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 46 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 1964 AC Cobra. (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 1964 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 1231 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 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 AC Cobra. (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 AC Cobra. 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports 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. 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 AC Cobra | 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
| Make | AC | Bentley |
| Model | Cobra | Continental Supersports |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4737 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 2241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
