2001 AC Cobra vs. 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible
To start off, 2001 AC Cobra is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible 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 245 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 390 kg more than 2001 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 AC Cobra | 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | |
| Make | AC | Austin-Healey |
| Model | Cobra | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2600 mm |
