2007 Cadillac STS vs. 1967 AC Cobra
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 40 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 90 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac STS. (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac STS weights approximately 419 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 @ 3700 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac STS. (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1967 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac STS. 2007 Cadillac STS 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. 2007 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac STS | 1967 AC Cobra | |
Make | Cadillac | AC |
Model | STS | Cobra |
Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 6997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 410 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 107.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1147 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |