1996 AC Cobra vs. 1971 Buick GS
To start off, 1996 AC Cobra is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1971 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick GS weights approximately 606 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Buick GS. (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Buick GS.
Compare all specifications:
1996 AC Cobra | 1971 Buick GS | |
Make | AC | Buick |
Model | Cobra | GS |
Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5724 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 394 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2860 mm |