1985 AC Cobra vs. 1985 Cadillac DeVille

To start off, both 1985 AC Cobra and 1985 Cadillac DeVille 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 @ 5700 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1985 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1985 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 365 kg more than 1985 AC Cobra.

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 Cadillac DeVille, 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 @ 3750 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Cadillac DeVille. (272 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Cadillac DeVille. 1985 Cadillac DeVille 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 Cadillac DeVille will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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