1966 AC Cobra vs. 2004 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2004 Dodge Viper is newer by 38 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 7,988 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1966 AC Cobra. (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1966 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Viper weights approximately 376 kg more than 1966 AC Cobra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 AC Cobra. (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 AC Cobra | 2004 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Cobra | Viper |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 7988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 306 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
