1961 AC Cobra vs. 1966 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1966 Volkswagen 1600 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,265 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 AC Cobra (256 HP) has 203 more horse power than 1966 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1966 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 AC Cobra weights approximately 5 kg more than 1966 Volkswagen 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1961 AC Cobra (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1961 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1961 AC Cobra | 1966 Volkswagen 1600 | |
Make | AC | Volkswagen |
Model | Cobra | 1600 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4265 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 365 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |