1961 AC Cobra vs. 1975 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, 1975 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 14 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 AC Cobra (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Nova. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 575 kg more than 1961 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, 1961 AC Cobra (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chevrolet Nova. (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1961 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chevrolet Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Cobra | 1975 Chevrolet Nova | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cobra | Nova |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2830 mm |
