2000 AC Cobra vs. 1995 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2000 AC Cobra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Maxima. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 300 kg more than 2000 AC Cobra.
Because 2000 AC Cobra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Maxima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Maxima. (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
2000 AC Cobra | 1995 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | AC | Nissan |
Model | Cobra | Maxima |
Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2710 mm |