1999 AC Cobra vs. 1977 Morgan 4
To start off, 1999 AC Cobra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Morgan 4 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 280 more horse power than 1977 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1977 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Cobra weights approximately 365 kg more than 1977 Morgan 4. 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 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Cobra | 1977 Morgan 4 | |
Make | AC | Morgan |
Model | Cobra | 4 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2450 mm |