1985 AC Cobra vs. 1999 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 1999 Lotus GT 1 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 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1985 AC Cobra. (320 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1985 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 AC Cobra weights approximately 125 kg more than 1999 Lotus GT 1.
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 1999 Lotus GT 1. (390 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus GT 1.
Compare all specifications:
1985 AC Cobra | 1999 Lotus GT 1 | |
Make | AC | Lotus |
Model | Cobra | GT 1 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3504 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 573 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2690 mm |