1999 AC Cobra vs. 1961 Cadillac Sixty

To start off, 1999 AC Cobra is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Cobra (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1999 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, 1961 Cadillac Sixty (582 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 AC Cobra. (522 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 AC Cobra.

Compare all specifications:

1999 AC Cobra 1961 Cadillac Sixty
Make AC Cadillac
Model Cobra Sixty
Year Released 1999 1961
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4941 cc 6388 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 222 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 522 Nm 582 Nm
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 101.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76.2 mm 98.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1025 kg 2165 kg
Vehicle Length 4210 mm 5650 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 3300 mm


 

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