1985 AC Cobra vs. 1967 Innocenti IM 3
To start off, 1985 AC Cobra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Innocenti IM 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Innocenti IM 3 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 AC Cobra (320 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 AC Cobra weights approximately 281 kg more than 1967 Innocenti IM 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 AC Cobra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Innocenti IM 3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 AC Cobra (522 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti IM 3. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Innocenti IM 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 AC Cobra | 1967 Innocenti IM 3 | |
| Make | AC | Innocenti |
| Model | Cobra | IM 3 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
