1985 AC Cobra vs. 2003 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2003 Dodge Ram is newer by 18 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1985 AC Cobra. (223 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1985 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1194 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, 2003 Dodge Ram (732 Nm) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 AC Cobra. (407 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 AC Cobra | 2003 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Cobra | Ram |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 8277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 732 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3030 mm |
