2001 AC Cobra vs. 1954 Lincoln Premiere
To start off, 2001 AC Cobra is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Lincoln Premiere. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Lincoln Premiere would be higher. At 6,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Lincoln Premiere is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1954 Lincoln Premiere. (282 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1954 Lincoln Premiere. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Lincoln Premiere weights approximately 840 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 AC Cobra | 1954 Lincoln Premiere | |
| Make | AC | Lincoln |
| Model | Cobra | Premiere |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 6030 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2980 mm |
