2003 AC Cobra vs. 1955 AC 2-Litre

To start off, 2003 AC Cobra is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1955 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1955 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 258 kg more than 2003 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. Let's talk about torque, 2003 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 AC 2-Litre.

Compare all specifications:

2003 AC Cobra 1955 AC 2-Litre
Make AC AC
Model Cobra 2-Litre
Year Released 2003 1955
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3506 cc 1991 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 350 HP 76 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 136 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 65 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 100 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 6.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1062 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 4210 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1560 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 2980 mm


 

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