1985 AC Cobra vs. 2005 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2005 Nissan Altima 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, 2005 Nissan Altima (260 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1985 AC Cobra. (223 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1985 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Altima weights approximately 407 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.
Because 1985 AC Cobra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (407 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Altima. (334 Nm). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 AC Cobra | 2005 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Cobra | Altima |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| 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 | 223 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |
