2005 AC Cobra vs. 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate
To start off, 2005 AC Cobra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate 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) has 235 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (115 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate weights approximately 188 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 AC Cobra (400 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (163 Nm). This means 2005 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 AC Cobra | 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Cobra | Graduate |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2260 mm |
