1966 AC Cobra vs. 2010 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2010 Nissan 370Z is newer by 44 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 78 more horse power than 2010 Nissan 370Z. (332 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan 370Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 439 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 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan 370Z.
Compare all specifications:
1966 AC Cobra | 2010 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | AC | Nissan |
Model | Cobra | 370Z |
Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6997 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 410 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1586 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4247 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |