1985 AC Cobra vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1985 AC Cobra. (223 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1985 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 1480 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, 2012 GMC Savana (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 AC Cobra. (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 AC Cobra. 2012 GMC Savana 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. 2012 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 AC Cobra | 2012 GMC Savana | |
| Make | AC | GMC |
| Model | Cobra | Savana |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 117 L |
