2000 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1967 AC Cobra
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 33 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 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 AC Cobra (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 453 kg more than 1967 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. Let's talk about torque, 1967 AC Cobra (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz E | 1967 AC Cobra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | AC |
| Model | E | Cobra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 410 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 107.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 266 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1147 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
