AC Cobra 260

Overview

Produced: 1962-1962, 75 produced. (US Market only)
Types: Sports, 2 doors

The AC "Cobra" is probably the most copied sportscar the world has ever seen. The model name is often applied to imitators and has almost become a generic name for Anglo/American open roadsters, featuring larger than life engines. The original AC Cobra 260 appeared in 1962 and was the result of a partnership between AC and the mighty Ford Motor Co.

The Cobra 260 used a modified Ace body and chassis which was married to a 260 cubic inch ( 4261cc ) Ford V8, which produced an incredible amount of BHP and torque. The Cobra used disc brakes and an antiquated cam-and -peg steering box, performance was mid blowing for its time!

The Cobra 260 was sold to the US market only, with Europe having to wait for the introduction of the Cobra 289

Engines

Capacity Config Model Bore/Stroke CR
4261cc V8 OHV Ford 260    

Transmission

Type Gears Comment
Manual 4  

Drivetrain and Suspension

Drivetrain F/R
Steering Worm
Suspension Front Independent/Transverse leaf spring
Rear Independent/Transverse leaf spring

Performance

Top Speed 0-60 SQM MPG Engine Pwr Comment
144mph 5.5s 13.9s   265bhp @5800  

Brakes

Front Rear Comment
Disc Disc  

Dimensions

Wheelbase Track Length Width Weight
(CWT)
Turning Circle
Front Rear
7' 6" 4' 4.5" 4' 4.5" 12' 7.5" 5' 1"    

Body

Type Seats Doors Comment
Sports 2 2  

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Valuation

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£47000 £60000 £80000 26-Oct-06
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