1996 AC Cobra vs. 2001 Acura NSX
To start off, 2001 Acura NSX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 AC Cobra 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 142 more horse power than 2001 Acura NSX. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura NSX weights approximately 549 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 AC Cobra (579 Nm) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 1996 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1996 AC Cobra | 2001 Acura NSX | |
Make | AC | Acura |
Model | Cobra | NSX |
Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 304 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2540 mm |