Scalextric Shelby Cobra 289 Dragon Snake vs Scalextric Shelby Cobra 289 Slot Car

Both are 1:32 Scalextric Cobra 289s from the 2021 Goodwood Revival, sharing Magnatraction, working lights and easy-change pick-ups. The Dragon Snake (C4418) is the analog-ready car with a digital plug fitted for upgrades and a louder purple drag-racing look. The CSX2201 Snake Eyes (C4417) is the silver Martin Brundle car, rated 3.8 out of 5 by 98 owners, and it is the better pick for display and for running on Carrera track out of the box. Build is the same diecast and plastic body on both; the choice comes down to livery, drivers and whether you want the digital plug ready.

• Choose the Dragon Snake if you want the purple drag-racing Cobra with the digital plug fitted and the Mike Whitaker and Mike Jordan Goodwood livery.
• Choose the Snake Eyes if you want the silver Martin Brundle and Bobby Verdon-Roe car, the better-reviewed of the two, and one that runs on Carrera track as well as Scalextric.