1999 AC Cobra vs. 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia
To start off, 1999 AC Cobra is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1999 AC Cobra. (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia should accelerate faster than 1999 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia weights approximately 15 kg more than 1999 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.
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1999 AC Cobra | 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia | |
Make | AC | Ferrari |
Model | Cobra | 375 Mille Miglia |
Year Released | 1999 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 4554 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1040 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2610 mm |