2003 AC Cobra vs. 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2003 AC Cobra is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix. (247 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 738 kg more than 2003 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, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 AC Cobra. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
2003 AC Cobra | 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | AC | Pontiac |
Model | Cobra | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 6547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 462 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3030 mm |