1964 AC Cobra vs. 2007 Holden Caprice
To start off, 2007 Holden Caprice is newer by 43 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Holden Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Holden Caprice (344 HP) has 77 more horse power than 1964 AC Cobra. (267 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Holden Caprice should accelerate faster than 1964 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, 2007 Holden Caprice (530 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 AC Cobra. (426 Nm). This means 2007 Holden Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 AC Cobra. 2007 Holden Caprice has automatic transmission and 1964 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1964 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Holden Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 AC Cobra | 2007 Holden Caprice | |
| Make | AC | Holden |
| Model | Cobra | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4737 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 344 HP |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
