1963 AC Cobra vs. 2005 Acura NSX
To start off, 2005 Acura NSX is newer by 42 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, 2005 Acura NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1963 AC Cobra. (271 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura NSX weights approximately 400 kg more than 1963 AC Cobra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 4500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura NSX. (305 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Cobra | 2005 Acura NSX | |
Make | AC | Acura |
Model | Cobra | NSX |
Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1450 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 |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |