1957 Abarth 750 vs. 2005 AC Cobra
To start off, 2005 AC Cobra is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 AC Cobra weights approximately 527 kg more than 1957 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, 2005 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (58 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 750 | 2005 AC Cobra | |
Make | Abarth | AC |
Model | 750 | Cobra |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 3506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
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 | 535 kg | 1062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2300 mm |