1997 Volkswagen Parati vs. 1967 AC Cobra
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Parati 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 321 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Parati. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Parati. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 AC Cobra weights approximately 172 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Parati. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volkswagen Parati, 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 501 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Parati. (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Parati.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Volkswagen Parati | 1967 AC Cobra | |
| Make | Volkswagen | AC |
| Model | Parati | Cobra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 6997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 410 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 107.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1147 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2290 mm |
