Chevrolet Corvette 327 vs Shelby Cobra 289 S/C
| Category | Corvette 327 | Shelby Cobra 289 S/C |
|---|---|---|
| Engine layout | 5.4 l V8 | 4.7 l V8 |
| Max power (ps / bhp) | 365 / 360 | 275 / 271 |
| Max torque (Nm / lb-ft) | 477 / 352 | 426 / 314 |
| Curb weight (kg / lb) | 1402 / 3091 | 1016 / 2240 |
| Power / tonne (ps / bhp) | 260 / 257 | 270 / 267 |
Performance
| Category | Corvette 327 | Shelby Cobra 289 S/C |
|---|---|---|
| 0 - 30 mph | 2.4 s | 2.3 s |
| 0 - 40 mph | 3.5 s | 3.1 s |
| 0 - 50 mph | 4.5 s | 4.3 s |
| 0 - 60 mph | 5.9 s | 5.7 s |
| 0 - 70 mph | 7.3 s | 7.4 s |
| 0 - 80 mph | 9.3 s | 9.3 s |
| 0 - 100 mph | 14.0 s | 14.2 s |
| 1/4 mile | 14.0 s @ 100.0 mph | 13.7 s @ 101.9 mph |
| Top speed | 201 kph (125 mph) | 214 kph (133 mph) |
| Fuel economy | 16.8 l/100 km (14 mpg US / 17 UK) | 15.7 l/100 km (15 mpg US / 18 UK) |
Summary
| Category | Corvette 327 | Shelby Cobra 289 S/C |
|---|---|---|
| Track Performance | 0 | 0 |
| Straight line speed | 94 | 100 |
| Overall | 94 | 100 |
Verdict
Cobra 289 S/C is the fastest by a small margin.
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