1998 AC Cobra vs. 1971 Honda 1300
To start off, 1998 AC Cobra is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1971 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 AC Cobra weights approximately 131 kg more than 1971 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Honda 1300, 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, 1998 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 AC Cobra | 1971 Honda 1300 | |
| Make | AC | Honda |
| Model | Cobra | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1296 cc |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 35 L |
