2003 AC Cobra vs. 1987 Ferrari GTO
To start off, 2003 AC Cobra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari GTO would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1987 Ferrari GTO. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1987 Ferrari GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari GTO weights approximately 163 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, 1987 Ferrari GTO (904 Nm) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 AC Cobra. (400 Nm). This means 1987 Ferrari GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 AC Cobra | 1987 Ferrari GTO | |
| Make | AC | Ferrari |
| Model | Cobra | GTO |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 904 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1225 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2360 mm |
