1963 AC Cobra vs. 2000 Acura NSX
To start off, 2000 Acura NSX is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Cobra (271 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2000 Acura NSX. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura NSX weights approximately 525 kg more than 1963 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, 1963 AC Cobra (423 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura NSX. (305 Nm). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Cobra | 2000 Acura NSX | |
Make | AC | Acura |
Model | Cobra | NSX |
Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 3208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 305 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 1 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2540 mm |