1966 AC Cobra vs. 2002 Honda NSX
To start off, 2002 Honda NSX is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 AC Cobra would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 AC Cobra (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2002 Honda NSX. (286 HP @ 7100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda NSX weights approximately 263 kg more than 1966 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, 1966 AC Cobra (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1966 AC Cobra | 2002 Honda NSX | |
Make | AC | Honda |
Model | Cobra | NSX |
Year Released | 1966 | 2002 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6997 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 410 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 78 mm |
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 | 1147 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |