1966 AC Cobra vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 47 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 114 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S60. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 586 kg more than 1966 AC Cobra.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S60. (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 AC Cobra | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | AC | Volvo |
| Model | Cobra | S60 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2776 mm |
