2001 Chevrolet Express vs. 1965 AC Cobra
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Express is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 AC Cobra (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1390 kg more than 1965 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, 1965 AC Cobra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Express. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Express. 2001 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1965 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1965 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Express | 1965 AC Cobra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | AC |
| Model | Express | Cobra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Van | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 15 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 68 L |
