1961 AC Cobra vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1975 Volvo 240 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 160 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 AC Cobra (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Cobra | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | AC | Volvo |
| Model | Cobra | 240 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2650 mm |
