2000 AC Cobra vs. 2003 Buick Centieme
To start off, 2003 Buick Centieme is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 AC Cobra would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Centieme is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2000 AC Cobra. (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 2000 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 734 kg more than 2000 AC Cobra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Buick Centieme is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme 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, 2003 Buick Centieme (542 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 AC Cobra. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 AC Cobra | 2003 Buick Centieme | |
| Make | AC | Buick |
| Model | Cobra | Centieme |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3030 mm |
