1966 AC Cobra vs. 2003 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 is newer by 37 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, 2003 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1966 AC Cobra. (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1966 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 693 kg more than 1966 AC Cobra. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ferrari 612. (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ferrari 612. 2003 Ferrari 612 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. 2003 Ferrari 612 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 AC Cobra | 2003 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | AC | Ferrari |
| Model | Cobra | 612 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 5746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 541 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
