1996 AC Cobra vs. 1973 Rover P5B
To start off, 1996 AC Cobra is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Rover P5B 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 207 more horse power than 1973 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1973 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Rover P5B weights approximately 554 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 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Rover P5B. 1973 Rover P5B has automatic transmission and 1996 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1996 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Rover P5B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 AC Cobra | 1973 Rover P5B | |
Make | AC | Rover |
Model | Cobra | P5B |
Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3528 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2820 mm |