2000 AC Cobra vs. 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo 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 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo (493 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2000 AC Cobra. (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2000 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 530 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 Lamborghini Gallardo 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 Lamborghini Gallardo 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 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 AC Cobra. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 AC Cobra | 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | AC | Lamborghini |
| Model | Cobra | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 4961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 304 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |
