1998 AC Cobra vs. 1967 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1998 AC Cobra is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph GT6 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 @ 5750 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1967 Triumph GT6. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 AC Cobra weights approximately 166 kg more than 1967 Triumph GT6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 AC Cobra | 1967 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | AC | Triumph |
| Model | Cobra | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 44 L |
