2001 AC Cobra vs. 2000 Lexus GS
To start off, 2001 AC Cobra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lexus GS would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2000 Lexus GS. (225 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2000 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus GS weights approximately 600 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lexus GS. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lexus GS. 2000 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 2001 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 2001 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 AC Cobra | 2000 Lexus GS | |
Make | AC | Lexus |
Model | Cobra | GS |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3001 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2680 mm |