1961 AC Cobra vs. 1970 Porsche Tapiro
To start off, 1970 Porsche Tapiro is newer by 9 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 36 more horse power than 1970 Porsche Tapiro. (220 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1970 Porsche Tapiro.
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:
| 1961 AC Cobra | 1970 Porsche Tapiro | |
| Make | AC | Porsche |
| Model | Cobra | Tapiro |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |
