1966 AC Cobra vs. 1985 Saab 9000
To start off, 1985 Saab 9000 is newer by 19 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 237 more horse power than 1985 Saab 9000. (173 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1985 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Saab 9000 weights approximately 253 kg more than 1966 AC Cobra.
Because 1966 AC Cobra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Saab 9000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Saab 9000. (278 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 AC Cobra | 1985 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | AC | Saab |
| Model | Cobra | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 54 L |
