1949 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1967 AC Cobra
To start off, 1967 AC Cobra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C 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 321 more horse power than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 353 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1967 AC Cobra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | AC |
| Model | 6C | Cobra |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 6997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 410 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 107.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1147 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 68 L |
