1998 AC Cobra vs. 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1998 AC Cobra is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 AC Cobra (365 HP) has 298 more horse power than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 189 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1998 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
1998 AC Cobra | 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
Make | AC | Volvo |
Model | Cobra | P 210 Duett |
Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 579 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |