1966 AC Cobra vs. 1987 Opel Senator
To start off, 1987 Opel Senator is newer by 21 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 232 more horse power than 1987 Opel Senator. (178 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Senator weights approximately 389 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 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator. 1987 Opel Senator has automatic transmission and 1966 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1966 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Opel Senator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 AC Cobra | 1987 Opel Senator | |
| Make | AC | Opel |
| Model | Cobra | Senator |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
