1985 AC Cobra vs. 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700
To start off, 1985 AC Cobra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 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 189 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700. (131 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 weights approximately 325 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 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700. (255 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 AC Cobra | 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 | |
| Make | AC | Chrysler |
| Model | Cobra | Dodge 3700 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2830 mm |
