1966 AC Cobra vs. 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas
To start off, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas is newer by 33 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 120 more horse power than 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas weights approximately 653 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) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas. (394 Nm). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas. 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas has automatic transmission and 1966 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1966 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1966 AC Cobra | 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas | |
Make | AC | Jaguar |
Model | Cobra | Vanden Plas |
Year Released | 1966 | 1999 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6997 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 410 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 394 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86.1 mm |
Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3000 mm |