2005 AC Cobra vs. 1970 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 2005 AC Cobra is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (164 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Centura weights approximately 153 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (318 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 AC Cobra | 1970 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | AC | Chrysler |
| Model | Cobra | Centura |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2680 mm |
