2003 AC Cobra vs. 1995 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 2003 AC Cobra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ferrari 512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ferrari 512 M would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (435 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2003 AC Cobra. (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 2003 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 523 kg more than 2003 AC Cobra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (510 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 AC Cobra. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
2003 AC Cobra | 1995 Ferrari 512 M | |
Make | AC | Ferrari |
Model | Cobra | 512 M |
Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 4942 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 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 | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2560 mm |