1985 AC Cobra vs. 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 AC Cobra would be higher. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1985 AC Cobra. (223 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1985 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 weights approximately 18 kg more than 1985 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, 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 AC Cobra. (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
1985 AC Cobra | 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
Make | AC | Nissan |
Model | Cobra | R 390 GT1 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 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 | 1080 kg | 1098 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2730 mm |