1985 AC Cobra vs. 1969 ZIL 114
To start off, 1985 AC Cobra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 ZIL 114. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 ZIL 114 would be higher. At 7,962 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 ZIL 114 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 AC Cobra (320 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1969 ZIL 114. (254 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1969 ZIL 114. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 ZIL 114 weights approximately 2000 kg more than 1985 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, 1969 ZIL 114 (580 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 AC Cobra. (522 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1969 ZIL 114 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 AC Cobra | 1969 ZIL 114 | |
| Make | AC | ZIL |
| Model | Cobra | 114 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 7962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 3175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3770 mm |
