1985 AC Cobra vs. 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano
To start off, 1985 AC Cobra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano 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 234 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 AC Cobra weights approximately 127 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. 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, 1985 AC Cobra (522 Nm) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (191 Nm). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano has automatic transmission and 1985 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1985 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 AC Cobra | 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Cobra | Caimano |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2260 mm |
