1966 AC Cobra vs. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 21 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 218 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (192 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 218 kg more than 1966 AC Cobra.
Because 1966 AC Cobra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 AC Cobra | 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Cobra | 164 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
