2003 AC Cobra vs. 1987 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2003 AC Cobra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 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 244 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 238 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 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
2003 AC Cobra | 1987 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | AC | Peugeot |
Model | Cobra | 505 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2910 mm |