1963 AC Cobra vs. 1967 Ferrari 365 California
To start off, 1967 Ferrari 365 California is newer by 4 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, 1967 Ferrari 365 California (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1963 AC Cobra. (271 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 365 California should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari 365 California weights approximately 445 kg more than 1963 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, 1963 AC Cobra (423 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ferrari 365 California. (363 Nm). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ferrari 365 California.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Cobra | 1967 Ferrari 365 California | |
| Make | AC | Ferrari |
| Model | Cobra | 365 California |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 363 Nm |
| 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 | 1050 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 133 L |
