1966 AC Cobra vs. 2007 Alpina D3
To start off, 2007 Alpina D3 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, 1966 AC Cobra (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2007 Alpina D3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2007 Alpina D3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina D3 weights approximately 378 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 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alpina D3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alpina D3.
Compare all specifications:
1966 AC Cobra | 2007 Alpina D3 | |
Make | AC | Alpina |
Model | Cobra | D3 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6997 cc | 3347 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 410 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 93.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 266 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |