1962 AC Cobra vs. 1970 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1970 Holden Monaro is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,265 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Cobra (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1970 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Holden Monaro weights approximately 376 kg more than 1962 AC Cobra.
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, 1962 AC Cobra (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Holden Monaro. (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1962 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Cobra | 1970 Holden Monaro | |
Make | AC | Holden |
Model | Cobra | Monaro |
Year Released | 1962 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4265 cc | 4139 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 356 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2830 mm |