2005 AC Cobra vs. 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV
To start off, 2005 AC Cobra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV 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 222 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 38 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. (190 Nm). This means 2005 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 AC Cobra | 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Cobra | GTV |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1100 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2420 mm |
