2005 AC Cobra vs. 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider
To start off, 2005 AC Cobra is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 268 kg more than 2005 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2005 AC Cobra | 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider | |
Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Cobra | Spider |
Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2510 mm |