2003 AC Cobra vs. 1966 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2003 AC Cobra is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Vauxhall Victor 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 293 more horse power than 1966 Vauxhall Victor. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1966 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 AC Cobra weights approximately 122 kg more than 1966 Vauxhall Victor. 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 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Vauxhall Victor. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
2003 AC Cobra | 1966 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | AC | Vauxhall |
Model | Cobra | Victor |
Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2550 mm |