2001 AC Cobra vs. 1991 Ferrari F40
To start off, 2001 AC Cobra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2001 AC Cobra. (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2001 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2001 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, 1991 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 AC Cobra. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
2001 AC Cobra | 1991 Ferrari F40 | |
Make | AC | Ferrari |
Model | Cobra | F40 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1991 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2936 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 472 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 575 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 69.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.7:1 |
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 | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2650 mm |