2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward vs. 1965 AC Cobra
To start off, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 AC Cobra would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1965 AC Cobra. (267 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward should accelerate faster than 1965 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward weights approximately 1440 kg more than 1965 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, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (499 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 AC Cobra. (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 AC Cobra. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward has automatic transmission and 1965 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1965 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward | 1965 AC Cobra | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | AC |
Model | Park Ward | Cobra |
Year Released | 2000 | 1965 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5379 cc | 4737 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 499 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |