2005 AC Cobra vs. 1992 Alfa Romeo 75
To start off, 2005 AC Cobra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Alfa Romeo 75 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 247 more horse power than 1992 Alfa Romeo 75. (103 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1992 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 28 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alfa Romeo 75. (132 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
2005 AC Cobra | 1992 Alfa Romeo 75 | |
Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Cobra | 75 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1569 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2520 mm |