1999 AC Cobra vs. 1961 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1999 AC Cobra is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 AC Cobra. (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 375 kg more than 1999 AC Cobra. 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, 1999 AC Cobra (522 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. (407 Nm). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Cobra | 1961 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cobra | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 4637 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |
