2001 AC Cobra vs. 1997 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2001 AC Cobra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1997 Holden Commodore. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1997 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Holden Commodore weights approximately 550 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Holden Commodore. (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Holden Commodore. 1997 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 2001 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 2001 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 AC Cobra | 1997 Holden Commodore | |
Make | AC | Holden |
Model | Cobra | Commodore |
Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2950 mm |