1964 AC Cobra vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 47 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, 2011 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1964 AC Cobra. (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1964 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus IS weights approximately 750 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, 1964 AC Cobra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus IS. (375 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1964 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus IS. 2011 Lexus IS 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. 2011 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 AC Cobra | 2011 Lexus IS | |
| Make | AC | Lexus |
| Model | Cobra | IS |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4737 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
