1999 AC Cobra vs. 1970 Austin 3
To start off, 1999 AC Cobra is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Austin 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Austin 3 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 99 more horse power than 1970 Austin 3. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1970 Austin 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Austin 3 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1999 AC Cobra.
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 (522 Nm) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Austin 3. (218 Nm). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Austin 3.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Cobra | 1970 Austin 3 | |
Make | AC | Austin |
Model | Cobra | 3 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 218 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |