1966 AC Cobra vs. 2008 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 360 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 360 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 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 AC Cobra | 2008 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | AC | Ferrari |
| Model | Cobra | 360 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 3586 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 293 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 | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 95 L |
