1966 AC Cobra vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 40 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 290 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 1950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover Defender.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Land Rover Defender. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
1966 AC Cobra | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | AC | Land Rover |
Model | Cobra | Defender |
Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6997 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 410 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 93 L |