1999 AC Cobra vs. 2010 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2010 Nissan GT-R is newer by 11 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1999 AC Cobra. (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1999 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 712 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.
Because 2010 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 AC Cobra. (522 Nm). This means 2010 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Cobra | 2010 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Cobra | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 74 L |
