1966 AC Cobra vs. 1974 Lamborghini Bravo

To start off, 1974 Lamborghini Bravo is newer by 8 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 113 more horse power than 1974 Lamborghini Bravo. (297 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1974 Lamborghini Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 AC Cobra weights approximately 62 kg more than 1974 Lamborghini Bravo. 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 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Bravo. (327 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Bravo.

Compare all specifications:

1966 AC Cobra 1974 Lamborghini Bravo
Make AC Lamborghini
Model Cobra Bravo
Year Released 1966 1974
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 6997 cc 2996 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 410 HP 297 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 7800 RPM
Torque 651 Nm 327 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 107.7 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 96 mm 64.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.5:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 266 km/hour 274 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1147 kg 1085 kg
Vehicle Length 3970 mm 3750 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1050 mm
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 2260 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 120 L


 

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