1999 AC Cobra vs. 1952 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1999 AC Cobra is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Cobra (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1952 Triumph Renown. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1952 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Triumph Renown weights approximately 255 kg more than 1999 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 AC Cobra (522 Nm) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Cobra | 1952 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | AC | Triumph |
| Model | Cobra | Renown |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2750 mm |
