1991 Holden Statesman vs. 1965 AC Cobra
To start off, 1991 Holden Statesman is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 AC Cobra (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1991 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Holden Statesman weights approximately 555 kg more than 1965 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, 1965 AC Cobra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Statesman. (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Statesman. 1991 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1965 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1965 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Statesman | 1965 AC Cobra | |
| Make | Holden | AC |
| Model | Statesman | Cobra |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 4737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2290 mm |
