1997 AC Cobra vs. 1971 Holden Torana
To start off, 1997 AC Cobra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Torana would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1971 Holden Torana. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Torana weights approximately 14 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Torana. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 AC Cobra | 1971 Holden Torana | |
| Make | AC | Holden |
| Model | Cobra | Torana |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2550 mm |
