1964 AC Cobra vs. 2012 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Maxima 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, 2012 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1964 AC Cobra. (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1964 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 607 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 1964 AC Cobra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Maxima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Maxima. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1964 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 AC Cobra | 2012 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Cobra | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| 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 | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
