2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1967 AC Cobra
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 AC Cobra would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 AC Cobra (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (169 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 78 kg more than 1967 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, 1967 AC Cobra (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 1967 AC Cobra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | AC |
| Model | C | Cobra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 6997 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 410 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 107.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 266 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1147 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |
