1990 Cadillac Aurora vs. 1967 AC Cobra
To start off, 1990 Cadillac Aurora is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 AC Cobra would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 AC Cobra (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. (200 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Aurora weights approximately 441 kg more than 1967 AC Cobra.
Because 1990 Cadillac Aurora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Aurora will offer significantly more control. 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, 1967 AC Cobra (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. (366 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1967 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. 1990 Cadillac Aurora has automatic transmission and 1967 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1967 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Cadillac Aurora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Aurora | 1967 AC Cobra | |
| Make | Cadillac | AC |
| Model | Aurora | Cobra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4465 cc | 6997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 410 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 107.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1147 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2290 mm |
