2001 AC Cobra vs. 1964 AC Aceca
To start off, 2001 AC Cobra is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 AC Aceca 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 227 more horse power than 1964 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1964 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 AC Cobra weights approximately 166 kg more than 1964 AC Aceca. 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, 2001 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
2001 AC Cobra | 1964 AC Aceca | |
Make | AC | AC |
Model | Cobra | Aceca |
Year Released | 2001 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 894 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2290 mm |