1998 AC Cobra vs. 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 AC Cobra would be higher. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1998 AC Cobra. (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1998 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 weights approximately 72 kg more than 1998 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, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 AC Cobra. (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
1998 AC Cobra | 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
Make | AC | Nissan |
Model | Cobra | R 390 GT1 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 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 | 1026 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 |