1999 AC Cobra vs. 1978 Renault Alpine
To start off, 1999 AC Cobra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault Alpine 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 74 more horse power than 1978 Renault Alpine. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault Alpine.
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 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault Alpine. (204 Nm). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Cobra | 1978 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | Cobra | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
