1963 AC Cobra vs. 1966 Ferrari 275
To start off, 1966 Ferrari 275 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Cobra (271 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1966 Ferrari 275. (256 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1966 Ferrari 275. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ferrari 275 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1963 AC Cobra.
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:
| 1963 AC Cobra | 1966 Ferrari 275 | |
| Make | AC | Ferrari |
| Model | Cobra | 275 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 3283 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 241 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 | 1050 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 133 L |
