1977 Avanti Avanti vs. 1967 AC Cobra
To start off, 1977 Avanti Avanti is newer by 10 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 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 AC Cobra (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1977 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1977 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 433 kg more than 1967 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, 1967 AC Cobra (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Avanti Avanti. (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Avanti Avanti | 1967 AC Cobra | |
Make | Avanti | AC |
Model | Avanti | Cobra |
Year Released | 1977 | 1967 |
Engine Size | 6570 cc | 6997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 410 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1147 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2290 mm |