1996 AC Cobra vs. 1970 Honda N III
To start off, 1996 AC Cobra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda N III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda N III would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 AC Cobra weights approximately 486 kg more than 1970 Honda N III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 AC Cobra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Honda N III, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 547 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1996 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 AC Cobra | 1970 Honda N III | |
| Make | AC | Honda |
| Model | Cobra | N III |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 41 L |
