2003 AC Cobra vs. 1964 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2003 AC Cobra is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault Dauphine 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 312 more horse power than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 AC Cobra weights approximately 430 kg more than 1964 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 AC Cobra (400 Nm) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 2003 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 AC Cobra | 1964 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | Cobra | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2280 mm |
