1966 AC Cobra vs. 2005 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy is newer by 39 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) has 135 more horse power than 2005 GMC Envoy. (275 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 814 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) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Envoy. (373 Nm). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 AC Cobra | 2005 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | AC | GMC |
| Model | Cobra | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 275 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 83 L |
