1998 AC Cobra vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 AC Cobra 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 80 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1554 kg more than 1998 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 AC Cobra (579 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm). This means 1998 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 AC Cobra | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cobra | Express |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 2580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 117 L |
