1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 1965 AC Cobra
To start off, 1965 AC Cobra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth Bialbero would be higher. At 4,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 AC Cobra (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (72 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 AC Cobra weights approximately 450 kg more than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth Bialbero | 1965 AC Cobra | |
| Make | Abarth | AC |
| Model | Bialbero | Cobra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 4737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2290 mm |
