1985 AC Cobra vs. 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi
To start off, 1985 AC Cobra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi would be higher. Both 1985 AC Cobra and 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi are equipped with a 4,942 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1985 AC Cobra. (223 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi should accelerate faster than 1985 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi weights approximately 419 kg more than 1985 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, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 AC Cobra. (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
1985 AC Cobra | 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi | |
Make | AC | Ferrari |
Model | Cobra | 512 BBi |
Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4942 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
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 | 1499 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 120 L |