2000 AC Cobra vs. 1984 Opel Senator
To start off, 2000 AC Cobra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Senator would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1984 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Opel Senator weights approximately 260 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 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Senator. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
2000 AC Cobra | 1984 Opel Senator | |
Make | AC | Opel |
Model | Cobra | Senator |
Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2690 mm |