2001 AC Cobra vs. 2004 Lexus SC
To start off, 2004 Lexus SC is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 AC Cobra 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 2004 Lexus SC. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus SC weights approximately 415 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
2001 AC Cobra | 2004 Lexus SC | |
Make | AC | Lexus |
Model | Cobra | SC |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2997 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 | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 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 | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2700 mm |