2001 Nissan Primera vs. 1965 AC Cobra
To start off, 2001 Nissan Primera is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 AC Cobra (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Primera. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Primera weights approximately 300 kg more than 1965 AC Cobra.
Because 1965 AC Cobra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Primera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1965 AC Cobra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Primera. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Nissan Primera | 1965 AC Cobra | |
Make | Nissan | AC |
Model | Primera | Cobra |
Year Released | 2001 | 1965 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 4737 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2290 mm |