1966 AC Cobra vs. 1975 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1975 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 9 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 316 more horse power than 1975 Mercedes-Benz E. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 183 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 491 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercedes-Benz E. (160 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1966 AC Cobra | 1975 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Cobra | E |
Year Released | 1966 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6997 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 410 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2760 mm |