2000 AC Cobra vs. 1971 Monteverdi Sierra
To start off, 2000 AC Cobra is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Monteverdi Sierra would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Monteverdi Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. (160 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Monteverdi Sierra weights approximately 500 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. (388 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Monteverdi Sierra. 1971 Monteverdi Sierra has automatic transmission and 2000 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 2000 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Monteverdi Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 AC Cobra | 1971 Monteverdi Sierra | |
| Make | AC | Monteverdi |
| Model | Cobra | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 82 L |
