1966 AC Cobra vs. 2005 Morgan 4
To start off, 2005 Morgan 4 is newer by 39 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 297 more horse power than 2005 Morgan 4. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 AC Cobra weights approximately 177 kg more than 2005 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 2005 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1966 AC Cobra | 2005 Morgan 4 | |
Make | AC | Morgan |
Model | Cobra | 4 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6997 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 410 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |