1966 AC Cobra vs. 2003 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2003 Lancia Thesis 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, 1966 AC Cobra (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 643 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, 2003 Lancia Thesis, 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 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 AC Cobra | 2003 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | AC | Lancia |
| Model | Cobra | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 2386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
