1966 AC Cobra vs. 1998 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 1998 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 32 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, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (580 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1966 AC Cobra. (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1966 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 AC Cobra weights approximately 97 kg more than 1998 Lotus GT 1.
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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus GT 1. (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus GT 1.
Compare all specifications:
1966 AC Cobra | 1998 Lotus GT 1 | |
Make | AC | Lotus |
Model | Cobra | GT 1 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6997 cc | 3506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 410 HP | 580 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 313 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2320 mm |