1999 AC Cobra vs. 1968 Dodge Coronet
To start off, 1999 AC Cobra is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Coronet (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 AC Cobra. (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 1999 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 415 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (461 Nm). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Dodge Coronet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Cobra | 1968 Dodge Coronet | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Cobra | Coronet |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
