1966 AC Cobra vs. 2007 Maybach 57
To start off, 2007 Maybach 57 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 Maybach 57 (605 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1966 AC Cobra. (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1966 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1588 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, 2007 Maybach 57 (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 AC Cobra. (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 AC Cobra. 2007 Maybach 57 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. 2007 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 AC Cobra | 2007 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | AC | Maybach |
| Model | Cobra | 57 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 110 L |
