1999 AC Cobra vs. 1961 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1999 AC Cobra is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Cobra (222 HP) has 122 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 248 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 AC Cobra (522 Nm) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Cobra | 1961 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | AC | Lancia |
Model | Cobra | Flaminia |
Year Released | 1999 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 100 HP |
Torque | 522 Nm | 187 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1273 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 42 L |