1999 AC Cobra vs. 1964 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1999 AC Cobra is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault Dauphine 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 327 more horse power than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Cobra weights approximately 393 kg more than 1964 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 AC Cobra (579 Nm) has 522 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Cobra | 1964 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | Cobra | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 38 L |
