2000 AC Cobra vs. 1962 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, 2000 AC Cobra is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Reliant Sabre Six 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) has 242 more horse power than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 AC Cobra weights approximately 244 kg more than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. 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, 2000 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six.
Compare all specifications:
2000 AC Cobra | 1962 Reliant Sabre Six | |
Make | AC | Reliant |
Model | Cobra | Sabre Six |
Year Released | 2000 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 400 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2290 mm |