1985 AC Cobra vs. 1987 Ferrari GTO
To start off, 1987 Ferrari GTO is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 AC Cobra 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 50 more horse power than 1987 Ferrari GTO. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1987 Ferrari GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari GTO weights approximately 50 kg more than 1985 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, 1987 Ferrari GTO (904 Nm) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 AC Cobra. (522 Nm). This means 1987 Ferrari GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 AC Cobra | 1987 Ferrari GTO | |
| Make | AC | Ferrari |
| Model | Cobra | GTO |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 904 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1225 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2360 mm |
