1995 Ferrari 512 M vs. 1965 AC Cobra
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1965 AC Cobra. (267 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1965 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 445 kg more than 1965 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 AC Cobra. (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ferrari 512 M | 1965 AC Cobra | |
Make | Ferrari | AC |
Model | 512 M | Cobra |
Year Released | 1995 | 1965 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4737 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 423 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 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 | 1455 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2290 mm |