2000 AC Cobra vs. 1986 Alfa Romeo 75

To start off, 2000 AC Cobra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 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 198 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (152 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2000 AC Cobra.

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, 2000 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (225 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75.

Compare all specifications:

2000 AC Cobra 1986 Alfa Romeo 75
Make AC Alfa Romeo
Model Cobra 75
Year Released 2000 1986
Body Type Roadster Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3506 cc 1779 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 350 HP 152 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 225 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2600 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1060 kg 1210 kg
Vehicle Length 4210 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 2520 mm


 

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