2005 Buick Rainier vs. 1965 AC Cobra
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rainier (276 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1965 AC Cobra. (267 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1965 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 994 kg more than 1965 AC Cobra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1965 AC Cobra (426 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rainier. (387 Nm). This means 1965 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rainier | 1965 AC Cobra | |
| Make | Buick | AC |
| Model | Rainier | Cobra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |
