2001 AC Cobra vs. 1978 Alpine A 442
To start off, 2001 AC Cobra is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alpine A 442. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alpine A 442 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alpine A 442 (484 HP @ 9900 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2001 AC Cobra. (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alpine A 442 should accelerate faster than 2001 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 AC Cobra weights approximately 320 kg more than 1978 Alpine A 442.
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:
| 2001 AC Cobra | 1978 Alpine A 442 | |
| Make | AC | Alpine |
| Model | Cobra | A 442 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 9900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 740 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2430 mm |
