2005 GMC Sierra vs. 1967 AC Cobra
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra 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) has 115 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (295 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1168 kg more than 1967 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, 1967 AC Cobra (651 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sierra. (454 Nm). This means 1967 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 1967 AC Cobra | |
| Make | GMC | AC |
| Model | Sierra | Cobra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 6997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 410 HP |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2315 kg | 1147 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |
