1999 AC Cobra vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 6 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, 1999 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Nissan 350Z. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 421 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan 350Z. (354 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Cobra | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | AC | Nissan |
Model | Cobra | 350Z |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |