1966 AC Cobra vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz E

To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 35 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 276 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz E. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 388 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 461 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz E. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz E.

Compare all specifications:

1966 AC Cobra 2001 Mercedes-Benz E
Make AC Mercedes-Benz
Model Cobra E
Year Released 1966 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6997 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 410 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 651 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 107.7 mm 89.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 96 mm 78.7 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.5:1 10.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1147 kg 1535 kg
Vehicle Length 3970 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 2840 mm


 

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