2003 AC Cobra vs. 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, 2003 AC Cobra is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (336 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 528 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Compare all specifications:
2003 AC Cobra | 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
Make | AC | Ferrari |
Model | Cobra | 400 Superamerica |
Year Released | 2003 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 336 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2410 mm |