2003 AC Cobra vs. 1965 Steyr 500D
To start off, 2003 AC Cobra is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr 500D would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 AC Cobra weights approximately 582 kg more than 1965 Steyr 500D. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
2003 AC Cobra | 1965 Steyr 500D | |
Make | AC | Steyr |
Model | Cobra | 500D |
Year Released | 2003 | 1965 |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 1850 mm |