1962 AC Cobra vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 50 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 4,265 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Cobra (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 736 kg more than 1962 AC Cobra.
Because 1962 AC Cobra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Cobra. (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Cobra | 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Cobra | 159 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4265 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |