1997 AC Cobra vs. 1966 AC Cobra
To start off, 1997 AC Cobra is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 AC Cobra would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 AC Cobra (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1997 AC Cobra. (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1997 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 AC Cobra weights approximately 121 kg more than 1997 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, 1966 AC Cobra (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 AC Cobra. (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
1997 AC Cobra | 1966 AC Cobra | |
Make | AC | AC |
Model | Cobra | Cobra |
Year Released | 1997 | 1966 |
Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 6997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 410 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1147 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |