1998 AC Cobra vs. 1970 Volkswagen 1600

To start off, 1998 AC Cobra is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 1600 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 313 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 AC Cobra weights approximately 16 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 1600.

Compare all specifications:

1998 AC Cobra 1970 Volkswagen 1600
Make AC Volkswagen
Model Cobra 1600
Year Released 1998 1970
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 4942 cc 1582 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 365 HP 52 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 579 Nm 110 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2200 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1026 kg 1010 kg
Vehicle Length 4210 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 2340 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 40 L


 

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