1966 AC Cobra vs. 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle
To start off, 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 AC Cobra 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 35 more horse power than 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle. (375 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 453 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle. (563 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 AC Cobra | 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cobra | Chevelle |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 6478 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
