1999 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1965 AC Cobra
To start off, 1999 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1965 AC Cobra. (267 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1965 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 238 kg more than 1965 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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 AC Cobra. (426 Nm). This means 1999 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ascari Ecosse | 1965 AC Cobra | |
Make | Ascari | AC |
Model | Ecosse | Cobra |
Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4722 cc | 4737 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 426 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 101.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 72.9 mm |
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 | 1248 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1250 mm |