1999 AC Cobra vs. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1999 AC Cobra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 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 30 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (192 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1999 AC Cobra.
Because 1999 AC Cobra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (245 Nm). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Cobra | 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Cobra | 164 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
