1966 AC Cobra vs. 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica is newer by 39 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, 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1966 AC Cobra. (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica should accelerate faster 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica. (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica.
Compare all specifications:
1966 AC Cobra | 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica | |
Make | AC | Ferrari |
Model | Cobra | 575 Superamerica |
Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6997 cc | 5748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 410 HP | 533 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 589 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 105 L |