1996 AC Cobra vs. 2006 Chevrolet SSR
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 AC Cobra would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1996 AC Cobra. (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1996 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 52 kg more than 1996 AC Cobra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
Compare all specifications:
1996 AC Cobra | 2006 Chevrolet SSR | |
Make | AC | Chevrolet |
Model | Cobra | SSR |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 401 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1078 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 95 L |