1985 AC Cobra vs. 1958 Austin-Healey 100
To start off, 1985 AC Cobra is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 AC Cobra (320 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 AC Cobra weights approximately 55 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 AC Cobra (522 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 AC Cobra | 1958 Austin-Healey 100 | |
| Make | AC | Austin-Healey |
| Model | Cobra | 100 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 54 L |
