1961 AC Cobra vs. 1967 Alvis TF
To start off, 1967 Alvis TF is newer by 6 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 106 more horse power than 1967 Alvis TF. (150 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1967 Alvis TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alvis TF weights approximately 574 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alvis TF. (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1961 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alvis TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Cobra | 1967 Alvis TF | |
| Make | AC | Alvis |
| Model | Cobra | TF |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
