1966 AC Cobra vs. 1965 TVR Trident
To start off, 1966 AC Cobra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 TVR Trident. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 TVR Trident would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 AC Cobra (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1965 TVR Trident. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1965 TVR Trident. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 TVR Trident weights approximately 23 kg more than 1966 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, 1966 AC Cobra (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 TVR Trident. (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 TVR Trident.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 AC Cobra | 1965 TVR Trident | |
| Make | AC | TVR |
| Model | Cobra | Trident |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2290 mm |
