2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1967 AC Cobra
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 AC Cobra would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 AC Cobra (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1461 kg more than 1967 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 AC Cobra (651 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm). This means 1967 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1967 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1967 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1967 AC Cobra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | AC |
| Model | Silverado | Cobra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 6997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 410 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 1147 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |
