1999 AC Cobra vs. 2000 Acura NSX
To start off, 2000 Acura NSX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1999 AC Cobra. (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1999 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura NSX weights approximately 550 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 AC Cobra (579 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura NSX. (542 Nm). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Cobra | 2000 Acura NSX | |
| Make | AC | Acura |
| Model | Cobra | NSX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 480 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 1 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2540 mm |
