1964 AC Cobra vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 47 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 4,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 AC Cobra (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2011 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 1221 kg more 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, 1964 AC Cobra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Savana. (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1964 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Savana. 2011 GMC Savana 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. 2011 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1964 AC Cobra | 2011 GMC Savana | |
Make | AC | GMC |
Model | Cobra | Savana |
Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4737 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 426 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 2231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |