1992 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1965 AC Cobra
To start off, 1992 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 27 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 4,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 AC Cobra (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1992 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1992 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 530 kg more than 1965 AC Cobra.
Because 1965 AC Cobra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac DeVille, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Cadillac DeVille. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1965 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Cadillac DeVille. 1992 Cadillac DeVille 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. 1992 Cadillac DeVille will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Cadillac DeVille | 1965 AC Cobra | |
| Make | Cadillac | AC |
| Model | DeVille | Cobra |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 4737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2290 mm |
