1998 AC Cobra vs. 1957 Alpine A 106
To start off, 1998 AC Cobra is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 AC Cobra weights approximately 471 kg more than 1957 Alpine A 106. 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, 1998 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 522 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
1998 AC Cobra | 1957 Alpine A 106 | |
Make | AC | Alpine |
Model | Cobra | A 106 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1957 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 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 | 1026 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 28 L |