1961 AC Cobra vs. 1985 Caterham 1700
To start off, 1985 Caterham 1700 is newer by 24 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 121 more horse power than 1985 Caterham 1700. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1985 Caterham 1700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 AC Cobra weights approximately 437 kg more than 1985 Caterham 1700. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Caterham 1700. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1961 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Caterham 1700.
Compare all specifications:
1961 AC Cobra | 1985 Caterham 1700 | |
Make | AC | Caterham |
Model | Cobra | 1700 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4265 cc | 1692 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 543 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2240 mm |