1964 AC Cobra vs. 1995 Acura NSX
To start off, 1995 Acura NSX is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1964 AC Cobra. (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1964 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura NSX weights approximately 360 kg more than 1964 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, 1964 AC Cobra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1964 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1964 AC Cobra | 1995 Acura NSX | |
Make | AC | Acura |
Model | Cobra | NSX |
Year Released | 1964 | 1995 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4737 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 426 Nm | 284 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5400 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 | 1010 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2540 mm |