1997 AC Cobra vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2013 Scion FR-S. (197 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion FR-S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion FR-S weights approximately 225 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 1997 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Compare all specifications:
1997 AC Cobra | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
Make | AC | Scion |
Model | Cobra | FR-S |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1251 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4235 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2570 mm |