1990 Honda Legend vs. 1965 AC Cobra
To start off, 1990 Honda Legend is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 AC Cobra (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1990 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 385 kg more than 1965 AC Cobra.
Because 1965 AC Cobra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1965 AC Cobra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Legend. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Legend | 1965 AC Cobra | |
Make | Honda | AC |
Model | Legend | Cobra |
Year Released | 1990 | 1965 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 4737 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 101.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |