1985 AC Cobra vs. 1969 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1985 AC Cobra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari Dino 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 (223 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
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, 1985 AC Cobra (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1985 AC Cobra | 1969 Ferrari Dino | |
Make | AC | Ferrari |
Model | Cobra | Dino |
Year Released | 1985 | 1969 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2419 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |