1985 AC Cobra vs. 2009 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 24 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 (223 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 880 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 (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. 2009 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 1985 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1985 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 AC Cobra | 2009 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Cobra | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 2740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 95 L |
