1961 AC Cobra vs. 1975 Saab 99
To start off, 1975 Saab 99 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 4,265 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 AC Cobra (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1975 Saab 99. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1975 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Saab 99 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1961 AC Cobra.
Because 1961 AC Cobra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Saab 99, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Saab 99. (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Cobra | 1975 Saab 99 | |
| Make | AC | Saab |
| Model | Cobra | 99 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 1854 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
