1997 AC Cobra vs. 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6
To start off, 1997 AC Cobra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 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 207 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 weights approximately 184 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6.
Compare all specifications:
1997 AC Cobra | 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 | |
Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Cobra | GTV6 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |