1964 AC Cobra vs. 2005 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 41 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (300 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1964 AC Cobra. (267 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1964 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1559 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, 2005 GMC Sierra (489 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 AC Cobra. (426 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 AC Cobra | 2005 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | AC | GMC |
| Model | Cobra | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4737 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 2569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 6270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 129 L |
