1985 AC Cobra vs. 1999 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 14 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, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1985 AC Cobra. (223 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1985 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 120 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, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 AC Cobra. (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
1985 AC Cobra | 1999 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | AC | De Tomaso |
Model | Cobra | Guara |
Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2620 mm |