1999 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1965 AC Cobra
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 AC Cobra (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1965 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 AC Cobra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | 1965 AC Cobra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | AC |
| Model | S-10 | Cobra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2290 mm |
