1961 AC Cobra vs. 2005 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 44 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 56 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen GTI. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen GTI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 397 kg more than 1961 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 AC Cobra (365 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen GTI. (264 Nm). This means 1961 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Cobra | 2005 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | AC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cobra | GTI |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
