1999 AC Cobra vs. 1985 Alfa Romeo 90
To start off, 1999 AC Cobra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 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 68 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1999 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 AC Cobra (522 Nm) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (214 Nm). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Cobra | 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Cobra | 90 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 68.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2520 mm |
