2003 AC Cobra vs. 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4
To start off, 2003 AC Cobra is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4. (339 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 weights approximately 98 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.
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2003 AC Cobra | 1978 Ferrari 365 GT4 | |
Make | AC | Ferrari |
Model | Cobra | 365 GT4 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 339 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
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 | 1062 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2510 mm |