1961 AC Cobra vs. 1999 De Tomaso Bigua
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 38 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1961 AC Cobra. (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 De Tomaso Bigua weights approximately 295 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, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua (407 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Cobra. (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
1961 AC Cobra | 1999 De Tomaso Bigua | |
Make | AC | De Tomaso |
Model | Cobra | Bigua |
Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
Engine Size | 4265 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |