1961 AC Cobra vs. 2006 Saleen S7
To start off, 2006 Saleen S7 is newer by 45 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 494 more horse power than 1961 AC Cobra. (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saleen S7 weights approximately 267 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, 2006 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 584 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Cobra. (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
1961 AC Cobra | 2006 Saleen S7 | |
Make | AC | Saleen |
Model | Cobra | S7 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4265 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 750 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 949 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1041 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2692 mm |