1966 AC Cobra vs. 1986 Ginetta G32
To start off, 1986 Ginetta G32 is newer by 20 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 278 more horse power than 1986 Ginetta G32. (132 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1986 Ginetta G32. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 AC Cobra weights approximately 394 kg more than 1986 Ginetta G32. 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 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ginetta G32. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ginetta G32.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 AC Cobra | 1986 Ginetta G32 | |
| Make | AC | Ginetta |
| Model | Cobra | G32 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| 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 | 753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2220 mm |
