1996 AC Cobra vs. 1970 Vauxhall Ventora
To start off, 1996 AC Cobra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Vauxhall Ventora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Vauxhall Ventora would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1970 Vauxhall Ventora. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1970 Vauxhall Ventora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Vauxhall Ventora weights approximately 152 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Vauxhall Ventora. (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Vauxhall Ventora.
Compare all specifications:
1996 AC Cobra | 1970 Vauxhall Ventora | |
Make | AC | Vauxhall |
Model | Cobra | Ventora |
Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1178 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 54 L |