1962 AC Cobra vs. 1994 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1994 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 32 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, 1994 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1962 AC Cobra. (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 191 kg more than 1962 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, 1994 De Tomaso Guara (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Cobra. (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Cobra | 1994 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | AC | De Tomaso |
Model | Cobra | Guara |
Year Released | 1962 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4265 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2620 mm |