1961 AC Cobra vs. 1989 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 1989 Chrysler Viper is newer by 28 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 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chrysler Viper (449 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1961 AC Cobra. (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 555 kg more than 1961 AC Cobra. 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, 1989 Chrysler Viper (664 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Cobra. (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
1961 AC Cobra | 1989 Chrysler Viper | |
Make | AC | Chrysler |
Model | Cobra | Viper |
Year Released | 1961 | 1989 |
Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4265 cc | 7986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 449 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 664 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2450 mm |