2005 AC Cobra vs. 1976 Volvo 265
To start off, 2005 AC Cobra is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volvo 265 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 265. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Volvo 265 weights approximately 338 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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 265. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 265. 1976 Volvo 265 has automatic transmission and 2005 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 2005 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Volvo 265 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 AC Cobra | 1976 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | AC | Volvo |
| Model | Cobra | 265 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2660 mm |
