1999 AC Cobra vs. 2012 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 599 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 AC Cobra would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 599 (611 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1999 AC Cobra. (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1999 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 663 kg more than 1999 AC Cobra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
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1999 AC Cobra | 2012 Ferrari 599 | |
Make | AC | Ferrari |
Model | Cobra | 599 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 611 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 9000 RPM |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 9000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1688 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4666 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1336 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 105 L |