1966 AC Cobra vs. 1972 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1972 Ferrari Dino is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 AC Cobra 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 217 more horse power than 1972 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1972 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 78 kg more than 1966 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. Let's talk about torque, 1966 AC Cobra (651 Nm) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 AC Cobra | 1972 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | AC | Ferrari |
| Model | Cobra | Dino |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 59.9 mm |
| 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 | 1147 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2350 mm |
