1966 AC Cobra vs. 2011 Ascari A10
To start off, 2011 Ascari A10 is newer by 45 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, 2011 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1966 AC Cobra. (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1966 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ascari A10 weights approximately 133 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ascari A10. (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ascari A10.
Compare all specifications:
1966 AC Cobra | 2011 Ascari A10 | |
Make | AC | Ascari |
Model | Cobra | A10 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6997 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 410 HP | 625 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 346 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 | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2636 mm |