1961 AC Cobra vs. 2008 Opel GT
To start off, 2008 Opel GT is newer by 47 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, 2008 Opel GT (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1961 AC Cobra. (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel GT should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel GT weights approximately 355 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, 1961 AC Cobra (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel GT. (353 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
1961 AC Cobra | 2008 Opel GT | |
Make | AC | Opel |
Model | Cobra | GT |
Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4265 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
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 | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |