1966 AC Cobra vs. 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 41 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1966 AC Cobra. (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1966 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 353 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Compare all specifications:
1966 AC Cobra | 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Cobra | 8C Competizione |
Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6997 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 410 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.3 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 292 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2600 mm |