2003 AC Cobra vs. 1970 Volvo 120
To start off, 2003 AC Cobra is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 120 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 269 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 120. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 AC Cobra weights approximately 32 kg more than 1970 Volvo 120. 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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 120. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2003 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 AC Cobra | 1970 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | AC | Volvo |
| Model | Cobra | 120 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2610 mm |
