1999 AC Cobra vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1999 AC Cobra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Cobra (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 270 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 (522 Nm) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Cobra | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | AC | Peugeot |
Model | Cobra | 505 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 161 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 56 L |