1964 AC Cobra vs. 1985 Innocenti 990
To start off, 1985 Innocenti 990 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 AC Cobra (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1985 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1985 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 AC Cobra weights approximately 296 kg more than 1985 Innocenti 990. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Innocenti 990, 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, 1964 AC Cobra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1964 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 AC Cobra | 1985 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | AC | Innocenti |
| Model | Cobra | 990 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4737 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2050 mm |
