2002 AC Cobra vs. 2003 Audi TT
To start off, 2003 Audi TT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 AC Cobra would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2003 Audi TT. (161 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi TT weights approximately 250 kg more than 2002 AC Cobra.
Because 2002 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 2002 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi TT, 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, 2002 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2002 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 AC Cobra | 2003 Audi TT | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Cobra | TT |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2430 mm |
