1996 AC Cobra vs. 1958 Austin A135
To start off, 1996 AC Cobra is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A135 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1958 Austin A135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A135 weights approximately 1054 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
1996 AC Cobra | 1958 Austin A135 | |
Make | AC | Austin |
Model | Cobra | A135 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 2080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 34 L |