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 147 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (75 HP @ 4500 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 350 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 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (148 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 | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 148 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2910 mm |