1964 AC Cobra vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 48 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 78 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Freelander.
Because 2012 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 1964 AC Cobra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. (420 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1964 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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. 2012 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1964 AC Cobra | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | AC | Land Rover |
Model | Cobra | Freelander |
Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4737 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 426 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |