1966 AC Cobra vs. 1995 McLaren F1 GTR
To start off, 1995 McLaren F1 GTR is newer by 29 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, 1995 McLaren F1 GTR (627 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1966 AC Cobra. (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 McLaren F1 GTR should accelerate faster than 1966 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 AC Cobra weights approximately 27 kg more than 1995 McLaren F1 GTR.
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, 1995 McLaren F1 GTR (715 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 AC Cobra. (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1995 McLaren F1 GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
1966 AC Cobra | 1995 McLaren F1 GTR | |
Make | AC | McLaren |
Model | Cobra | F1 GTR |
Year Released | 1966 | 1995 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6997 cc | 6063 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 410 HP | 627 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 715 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2720 mm |