1961 AC Cobra vs. 1963 Moretti 2500
To start off, 1963 Moretti 2500 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,265 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 AC Cobra (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1963 Moretti 2500. (143 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1963 Moretti 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Moretti 2500 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1961 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. Let's talk about torque, 1961 AC Cobra (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Moretti 2500. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Moretti 2500.
Compare all specifications:
1961 AC Cobra | 1963 Moretti 2500 | |
Make | AC | Moretti |
Model | Cobra | 2500 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4265 cc | 2453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |