1984 Audi Quattro vs. 1965 AC Cobra
To start off, 1984 Audi Quattro is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 AC Cobra (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1984 Audi Quattro. (180 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Quattro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi Quattro weights approximately 286 kg more than 1965 AC Cobra.
Because 1984 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi Quattro will offer significantly more control. 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, 1965 AC Cobra (426 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Quattro. (251 Nm). This means 1965 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Quattro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Quattro | 1965 AC Cobra | |
| Make | Audi | AC |
| Model | Quattro | Cobra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 4737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2290 mm |
