1985 AC Cobra vs. 1969 Opel GT
To start off, 1985 AC Cobra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel GT would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 AC Cobra (223 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1969 Opel GT. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel GT.
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, 1985 AC Cobra (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel GT. (157 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
1985 AC Cobra | 1969 Opel GT | |
Make | AC | Opel |
Model | Cobra | GT |
Year Released | 1985 | 1969 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 53 L |