2001 AC Cobra vs. 1953 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2001 AC Cobra is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1953 Lancia Aurelia. (117 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1953 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 70 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 AC Cobra (400 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm). This means 2001 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
2001 AC Cobra | 1953 Lancia Aurelia | |
Make | AC | Lancia |
Model | Cobra | Aurelia |
Year Released | 2001 | 1953 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 186 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2660 mm |