2000 AC Cobra vs. 1946 Simca 8
To start off, 2000 AC Cobra is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Simca 8 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 317 more horse power than 1946 Simca 8. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1946 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Simca 8 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2000 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 AC Cobra | 1946 Simca 8 | |
| Make | AC | Simca |
| Model | Cobra | 8 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2430 mm |
