1962 AC Cobra vs. 2004 Ferrari Enzo
To start off, 2004 Ferrari Enzo is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 AC Cobra would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari Enzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari Enzo (653 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 397 more horse power than 1962 AC Cobra. (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari Enzo should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari Enzo weights approximately 381 kg more than 1962 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, 2004 Ferrari Enzo (657 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Cobra. (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari Enzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Cobra | 2004 Ferrari Enzo | |
| Make | AC | Ferrari |
| Model | Cobra | Enzo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 653 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 657 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 350 km/hour |
| 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 | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 110 L |
