2003 AC Cobra vs. 1986 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2003 AC Cobra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 505 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 180 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 505. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 269 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, 2003 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 505. (235 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
2003 AC Cobra | 1986 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | AC | Peugeot |
Model | Cobra | 505 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1331 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2680 mm |