2000 AC Cobra vs. 1996 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2000 AC Cobra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Calibra 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 235 more horse power than 1996 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Calibra weights approximately 130 kg more than 2000 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
2000 AC Cobra | 1996 Opel Calibra | |
Make | AC | Opel |
Model | Cobra | Calibra |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2610 mm |