2000 AC Cobra vs. 1942 Jeep MB
To start off, 2000 AC Cobra is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Jeep MB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Jeep MB would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1942 Jeep MB. (59 HP @ 3820 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1942 Jeep MB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Jeep MB weights approximately 180 kg more than 2000 AC Cobra.
Because 1942 Jeep MB is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1942 Jeep MB 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, 2000 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Jeep MB. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Jeep MB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 AC Cobra | 1942 Jeep MB | |
| Make | AC | Jeep |
| Model | Cobra | MB |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3820 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2040 mm |
