1999 AC Cobra vs. 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 1999 AC Cobra is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 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 @ 4200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 90 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 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Cobra | 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Cobra | 2600 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 47 L |