1999 AC Cobra vs. 1964 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1999 AC Cobra is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Triumph 2000 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 276 more horse power than 1964 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1964 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1999 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Cobra | 1964 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | AC | Triumph |
| Model | Cobra | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
