1964 AC Cobra vs. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 AC Cobra would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (295 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1964 AC Cobra. (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1964 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 462 kg more than 1964 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 AC Cobra. (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
1964 AC Cobra | 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | AC | Chevrolet |
Model | Cobra | Corvette |
Year Released | 1964 | 1988 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4737 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 426 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1472 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2500 mm |