2000 AC Aceca vs. 1964 AC Cobra
To start off, 2000 AC Aceca is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1964 AC Cobra. (267 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1964 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 AC Aceca weights approximately 500 kg more than 1964 AC Cobra. 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, 1964 AC Cobra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 AC Aceca. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1964 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
2000 AC Aceca | 1964 AC Cobra | |
Make | AC | AC |
Model | Aceca | Cobra |
Year Released | 2000 | 1964 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 4737 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |