1966 AC Cobra vs. 1994 Rover 800
To start off, 1994 Rover 800 is newer by 28 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 243 more horse power than 1994 Rover 800. (167 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 800 weights approximately 377 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, 1994 Rover 800, 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 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 800. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 AC Cobra | 1994 Rover 800 | |
| Make | AC | Rover |
| Model | Cobra | 800 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
