1966 AC Cobra vs. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1966 AC Cobra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 AC Cobra (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1259 kg more than 1966 AC Cobra.
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, 1966 AC Cobra (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
1966 AC Cobra | 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Cobra | 500 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1944 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6997 cc | 5401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 410 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 111 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 5.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 2406 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3300 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 120 L |