1985 AC Cobra vs. 1975 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1985 AC Cobra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 604 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 (320 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 604. (144 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 300 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, 1985 AC Cobra (522 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 604. (215 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 604.
Compare all specifications:
1985 AC Cobra | 1975 Peugeot 604 | |
Make | AC | Peugeot |
Model | Cobra | 604 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |