2002 AC Cobra vs. 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV
To start off, both 2002 AC Cobra and 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 202 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 395 kg more than 2002 AC Cobra.
Because 2002 AC Cobra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 AC Cobra (400 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV. (385 Nm). This means 2002 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 AC Cobra | 2002 Alfa Romeo GTV | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Cobra | GTV |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1455 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2710 mm |
