1997 AC Cobra vs. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 AC Cobra would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1997 AC Cobra. (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1997 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 435 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Corvette. (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1997 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1997 AC Cobra | 2010 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | AC | Chevrolet |
Model | Cobra | Corvette |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 574 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 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 | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1247 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |