2005 AC Cobra vs. 1958 AC 2-Litre
To start off, 2005 AC Cobra is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1958 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1958 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 258 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
2005 AC Cobra | 1958 AC 2-Litre | |
Make | AC | AC |
Model | Cobra | 2-Litre |
Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
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 |