1966 AC Cobra vs. 1972 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1972 Opel Commodore is newer by 6 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 296 more horse power than 1972 Opel Commodore. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Opel Commodore 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 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Commodore. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 AC Cobra | 1972 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | AC | Opel |
| Model | Cobra | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
