1999 AC Cobra vs. 1948 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1999 AC Cobra is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1948 Ford Anglia. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Cobra weights approximately 375 kg more than 1948 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Anglia. (49 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Cobra | 1948 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Cobra | Anglia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2290 mm |
