1961 AC Cobra vs. 1975 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 14 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 4,942 cc, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB (339 HP) has 83 more horse power than 1961 AC Cobra. (256 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 534 kg more than 1961 AC Cobra. 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, 1975 Ferrari 512 BB (452 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Cobra. (365 Nm). This means 1975 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Cobra | 1975 Ferrari 512 BB | |
| Make | AC | Ferrari |
| Model | Cobra | 512 BB |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 339 HP |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
