1996 AC Cobra vs. 1987 Ferrari GTO
To start off, 1996 AC Cobra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari GTO would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1987 Ferrari GTO. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 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 199 kg more than 1996 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 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 AC Cobra. (579 Nm). This means 1987 Ferrari GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 AC Cobra | 1987 Ferrari GTO | |
| Make | AC | Ferrari |
| Model | Cobra | GTO |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 904 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1225 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2360 mm |
