1966 AC Cobra vs. 2008 Alpina B7
To start off, 2008 Alpina B7 is newer by 42 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, 2008 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1966 AC Cobra. (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1966 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B7 weights approximately 843 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, 2008 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 AC Cobra. (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 AC Cobra. 2008 Alpina B7 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. 2008 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 AC Cobra | 2008 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | AC | Alpina |
| Model | Cobra | B7 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 88 L |
