1985 AC Cobra vs. 1969 Monteverdi 400
To start off, 1985 AC Cobra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Monteverdi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Monteverdi 400 would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Monteverdi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Monteverdi 400 (392 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1985 AC Cobra. (320 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Monteverdi 400 should accelerate faster than 1985 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Monteverdi 400 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1985 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, 1969 Monteverdi 400 (657 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 AC Cobra. (522 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1969 Monteverdi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
1985 AC Cobra | 1969 Monteverdi 400 | |
Make | AC | Monteverdi |
Model | Cobra | 400 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 392 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 657 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 130 L |