1966 AC Cobra vs. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo
To start off, 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo is newer by 47 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 5 more horse power than 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo. (405 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo weights approximately 733 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo. (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo 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. 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 AC Cobra | 2013 Maserati Gran Turismo | |
| Make | AC | Maserati |
| Model | Cobra | Gran Turismo |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2056 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1353 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2942 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 86 L |
