2000 AC Cobra vs. 1966 Porsche 906
To start off, 2000 AC Cobra is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Porsche 906. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Porsche 906 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1966 Porsche 906. (217 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1966 Porsche 906. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 AC Cobra weights approximately 443 kg more than 1966 Porsche 906. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 AC Cobra | 1966 Porsche 906 | |
| Make | AC | Porsche |
| Model | Cobra | 906 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8000 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 | 1060 kg | 617 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
