1985 AC Cobra vs. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 27 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, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (323 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1985 AC Cobra. (223 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1985 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 732 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, 1985 AC Cobra (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Camaro. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1985 AC Cobra | 2012 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | AC | Chevrolet |
Model | Cobra | Camaro |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1812 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |