1985 AC Cobra vs. 1985 Buick Century
To start off, both 1985 AC Cobra and 1985 Buick Century were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 AC Cobra (320 HP) has 170 more horse power than 1985 Buick Century. (150 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Century.
Because 1985 AC Cobra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Buick Century, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Century. (270 Nm). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Century. 1985 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 1985 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1985 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 AC Cobra | 1985 Buick Century | |
| Make | AC | Buick |
| Model | Cobra | Century |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 150 HP |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2662 mm |
