1999 AC Cobra vs. 1979 Buick Regal
To start off, 1999 AC Cobra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Regal would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Regal weights approximately 470 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, 1999 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Regal. (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Regal. 1979 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1999 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1999 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Cobra | 1979 Buick Regal | |
Make | AC | Buick |
Model | Cobra | Regal |
Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4348 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2750 mm |