1997 AC Cobra vs. 1966 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1997 AC Cobra is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Pontiac GTO (366 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1997 AC Cobra. (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1997 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 374 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, 1997 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Pontiac GTO. (575 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Pontiac GTO.
Compare all specifications:
1997 AC Cobra | 1966 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | AC | Pontiac |
Model | Cobra | GTO |
Year Released | 1997 | 1966 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 6375 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 366 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 575 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2930 mm |