1966 AC Cobra vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1966 AC Cobra. (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1966 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 973 kg more than 1966 AC Cobra. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 AC Cobra. (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 AC Cobra | 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cobra | S |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 5982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 1001 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 88 L |
