1961 AC Cobra vs. 1988 Holden Camira
To start off, 1988 Holden Camira is newer by 27 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 141 more horse power than 1988 Holden Camira. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Holden Camira weights approximately 70 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, 1988 Holden Camira, 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Camira. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1961 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Camira. 1988 Holden Camira has automatic transmission and 1961 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1961 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Holden Camira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Cobra | 1988 Holden Camira | |
| Make | AC | Holden |
| Model | Cobra | Camira |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |
