2005 AC Cobra vs. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina

To start off, both 2005 AC Cobra and 2005 Chevrolet Lumina were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina. (328 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 602 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 Chevrolet Lumina (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 AC Cobra. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 AC Cobra. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina 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. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 AC Cobra 2005 Chevrolet Lumina
Make AC Chevrolet
Model Cobra Lumina
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Roadster Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3506 cc 5800 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 350 HP 328 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 465 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 10.1:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1062 kg 1664 kg
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 2880 mm