1998 AC Cobra vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1998 AC Cobra is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Monaro 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 183 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 354 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 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 AC Cobra | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | AC | Holden |
| Model | Cobra | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 356 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2830 mm |
