1985 AC Cobra vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 20 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, 1985 AC Cobra (320 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Nissan 350Z. (300 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 289 kg more than 1985 AC Cobra.
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) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan 350Z. (372 Nm). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
1985 AC Cobra | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | AC | Nissan |
Model | Cobra | 350Z |
Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 372 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |