1997 AC Cobra vs. 1977 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1997 AC Cobra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1977 Ferrari Dino. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1977 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 303 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 AC Cobra (579 Nm) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ferrari Dino. (264 Nm). This means 1997 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 AC Cobra | 1977 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | AC | Ferrari |
| Model | Cobra | Dino |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2925 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 74 L |
