1964 AC Cobra vs. 2009 Ferrari 456M
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 456M is newer by 45 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 456M (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1964 AC Cobra. (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1964 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 680 kg more than 1964 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, 2009 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 AC Cobra. (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
1964 AC Cobra | 2009 Ferrari 456M | |
Make | AC | Ferrari |
Model | Cobra | 456M |
Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4737 cc | 5474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 436 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 426 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 110 L |