1961 AC Cobra vs. 1995 Saturn SL
To start off, 1995 Saturn SL is newer by 34 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 131 more horse power than 1995 Saturn SL. (125 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1995 Saturn SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Saturn SL weights approximately 105 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, 1995 Saturn SL, 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Saturn SL. (168 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1961 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Saturn SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Cobra | 1995 Saturn SL | |
| Make | AC | Saturn |
| Model | Cobra | SL |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
