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AC Cobra 427

General information

ModelAC Cobra 427
Year1966
Rating54.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size6997 ccm (426.96 cubic inches)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement6997 ccm (426.96 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power415.70 PS (306 kW or 410 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque651.00 Nm (66.4 kgf-m or 480.2 ft.lbs) at 3700 Rev. per min.
Compression11.5:1
Bore x stroke107.7 x 96.0 mm (4.2 x 3.8 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed266.0 km/h (165.3 mph)
0-50 miles3.3 seconds
0-60 miles4.2 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.3624 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3940 litres (1,041 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (433.1 inches)
Front brakesDisks, 297 mm
Rear brakesDisks, 273 mm

Dimensions and weight

Weight1147 kg (2,528.7 pounds)
Overall length3970 mm (156.3 inches)
Overall width1730 mm (68.1 inches)
Overall height1250 mm (49.2 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2290 mm (90.2 inches)
Fuel capacity68.0 litres (17.97 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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