1966 AC Cobra vs. 1970 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1970 Jeep CJ5 is newer by 4 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 351 more horse power than 1970 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1970 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 AC Cobra weights approximately 117 kg more than 1970 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Jeep CJ5 will offer significantly more control. 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 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 AC Cobra | 1970 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | AC | Jeep |
| Model | Cobra | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2060 mm |
