1962 AC Cobra vs. 1954 Alfa Romeo 6C
To start off, 1962 AC Cobra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 4,265 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Alfa Romeo 6C (271 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1962 AC Cobra. (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Alfa Romeo 6C should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 AC Cobra weights approximately 34 kg more than 1954 Alfa Romeo 6C.
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:
| 1962 AC Cobra | 1954 Alfa Romeo 6C | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Cobra | 6C |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |
