1999 Bentley Hunaudieres vs. 1967 AC Cobra
To start off, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 AC Cobra would be higher. At 8,000 cc (16 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (615 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1967 AC Cobra. (410 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres should accelerate faster than 1967 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres weights approximately 1303 kg more than 1967 AC Cobra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres will offer significantly more control. 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 Bentley Hunaudieres (760 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 AC Cobra. (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres | 1967 AC Cobra | |
| Make | Bentley | AC |
| Model | Hunaudieres | Cobra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 8000 cc | 6997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 615 HP | 410 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 316 km/hour | 266 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1147 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |
