1999 AC Cobra vs. 2007 Lexus LS
To start off, 2007 Lexus LS is newer by 8 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, 2007 Lexus LS (381 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1999 AC Cobra. (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus LS. (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus LS. 2007 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1999 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1999 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Cobra | 2007 Lexus LS | |
| Make | AC | Lexus |
| Model | Cobra | LS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 84 L |
