1961 AC Cobra vs. 1985 Volvo 245
To start off, 1985 Volvo 245 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 160 more horse power than 1985 Volvo 245. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1985 Volvo 245.
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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1961 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Cobra | 1985 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | AC | Volvo |
| Model | Cobra | 245 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
