1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2003 AC Cobra
To start off, 2003 AC Cobra is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 AC Cobra weights approximately 502 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 AC Cobra (400 Nm) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 2003 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 2003 AC Cobra | |
| Make | Abarth | AC |
| Model | 750 | Cobra |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2300 mm |
