1966 AC Cobra vs. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT
To start off, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT is newer by 35 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 45 more horse power than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. (365 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT weights approximately 393 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 @ 3700 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. (491 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT has automatic transmission and 1966 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1966 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1966 AC Cobra | 2001 Maserati 3200 GT | |
Make | AC | Maserati |
Model | Cobra | 3200 GT |
Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6997 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 410 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 491 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |