1964 AC Cobra vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 49 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1964 AC Cobra. (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1964 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 819 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 2013 Volvo S80 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, 2013 Volvo S80 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 AC Cobra. (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 AC Cobra | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | AC | Volvo |
| Model | Cobra | S80 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4737 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2835 mm |
