1999 Lotus GT 1 vs. 1967 AC Cobra
To start off, 1999 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 AC Cobra would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1967 AC Cobra. (410 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1967 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 AC Cobra weights approximately 97 kg more than 1999 Lotus GT 1.
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, 1967 AC Cobra (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus GT 1. (390 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1967 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus GT 1.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lotus GT 1 | 1967 AC Cobra | |
Make | Lotus | AC |
Model | GT 1 | Cobra |
Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3504 cc | 6997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 573 HP | 410 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1147 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2290 mm |