1966 AC Cobra vs. 1948 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 1966 AC Cobra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Triumph Roadster 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 348 more horse power than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1948 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Triumph Roadster weights approximately 5 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 526 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (125 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Triumph Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
1966 AC Cobra | 1948 Triumph Roadster | |
Make | AC | Triumph |
Model | Cobra | Roadster |
Year Released | 1966 | 1948 |
Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6997 cc | 1776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 410 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |