1966 AC Cobra vs. 1974 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1974 Nissan Cherry is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 AC Cobra 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 366 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 AC Cobra weights approximately 467 kg more than 1974 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 AC Cobra (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 570 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 AC Cobra | 1974 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Cobra | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2340 mm |
