2002 AC Cobra vs. 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV
To start off, 2002 AC Cobra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 150 kg more than 2002 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 AC Cobra | 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Cobra | GTV |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 68.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2410 mm |
