1966 AC Cobra vs. 1977 Ford Granada
To start off, 1977 Ford Granada is newer by 11 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 250 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 253 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 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 AC Cobra | 1977 Ford Granada | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Cobra | Granada |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
