1997 Honda Prelude vs. 1967 AC Cobra
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 AC Cobra would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 AC Cobra (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1997 Honda Prelude. (195 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 234 kg more than 1967 AC Cobra.
Because 1967 AC Cobra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 AC Cobra (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (211 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1967 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 1967 AC Cobra | |
| Make | Honda | AC |
| Model | Prelude | Cobra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 6997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 410 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 107.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 266 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1381 kg | 1147 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
