1985 AC Cobra vs. 1995 Lamborghini P140
To start off, 1995 Lamborghini P140 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lamborghini P140 (372 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1985 AC Cobra. (320 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lamborghini P140 should accelerate faster than 1985 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lamborghini P140 weights approximately 111 kg more than 1985 AC Cobra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lamborghini P140. (390 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lamborghini P140.
Compare all specifications:
1985 AC Cobra | 1995 Lamborghini P140 | |
Make | AC | Lamborghini |
Model | Cobra | P140 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 372 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1286 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1230 mm |