1966 AC Cobra vs. 1980 Volvo 260
To start off, 1980 Volvo 260 is newer by 14 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 329 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 260. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 260 weights approximately 303 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 511 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 260. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 AC Cobra | 1980 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | AC | Volvo |
| Model | Cobra | 260 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 23.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
