2002 Cadillac Catera vs. 1965 AC Cobra
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Catera is newer by 37 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 67 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 695 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Catera. 2002 Cadillac Catera 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. 2002 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac Catera | 1965 AC Cobra | |
Make | Cadillac | AC |
Model | Catera | Cobra |
Year Released | 2002 | 1965 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2961 cc | 4737 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 101.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 72.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |