1997 AC Cobra vs. 1971 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1997 AC Cobra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Steyr Haflinger 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 338 more horse power than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 AC Cobra weights approximately 376 kg more than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Steyr Haflinger will offer significantly more control. 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 535 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 AC Cobra | 1971 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | AC | Steyr |
| Model | Cobra | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 1510 mm |
