1967 AC Cobra vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 AC Cobra would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1967 AC Cobra. (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1967 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1525 kg more than 1967 AC Cobra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1967 AC Cobra (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Land Rover Range Rover. (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Land Rover Range Rover. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1967 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1967 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 AC Cobra | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | AC | Land Rover |
| Model | Cobra | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 2672 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4973 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 104 L |
