1997 AC Cobra vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 15 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Express. (260 HP @ 3100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1374 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 AC Cobra. (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 AC Cobra. 2012 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1997 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1997 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 AC Cobra | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cobra | Express |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 117 L |
