1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 1967 AC Cobra
To start off, 1969 Cadillac Calais is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 AC Cobra would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 AC Cobra (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1969 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1969 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 928 kg more than 1967 AC Cobra.
Because 1967 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 1967 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Calais, 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, 1969 Cadillac Calais (710 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 AC Cobra. (651 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Calais | 1967 AC Cobra | |
| Make | Cadillac | AC |
| Model | Calais | Cobra |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 6997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 410 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 107.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1147 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 68 L |
