2001 AC Cobra vs. 1965 NSU 1200
To start off, 2001 AC Cobra is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 NSU 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 NSU 1200 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 296 more horse power than 1965 NSU 1200. (54 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 AC Cobra weights approximately 344 kg more than 1965 NSU 1200. 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 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU 1200. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 AC Cobra | 1965 NSU 1200 | |
| Make | AC | NSU |
| Model | Cobra | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2440 mm |
