1966 AC Cobra vs. 1957 Simca Plein Ceil
To start off, 1966 AC Cobra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Plein Ceil. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Plein Ceil would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 AC Cobra (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 1957 Simca Plein Ceil. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Plein Ceil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 AC Cobra weights approximately 207 kg more than 1957 Simca Plein Ceil. 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, 1966 AC Cobra (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 561 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Plein Ceil. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Plein Ceil.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 AC Cobra | 1957 Simca Plein Ceil | |
| Make | AC | Simca |
| Model | Cobra | Plein Ceil |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2450 mm |
