2002 AC Cobra vs. 2003 Avanti Studebaker
To start off, 2003 Avanti Studebaker 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 6,751 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2003 Avanti Studebaker. (306 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2003 Avanti Studebaker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 1715 kg more than 2002 AC Cobra.
Because 2003 Avanti Studebaker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Avanti Studebaker 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 Avanti Studebaker (425 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 AC Cobra. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Avanti Studebaker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 AC Cobra. 2003 Avanti Studebaker has automatic transmission and 2002 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 2002 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Avanti Studebaker will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 AC Cobra | 2003 Avanti Studebaker | |
| Make | AC | Avanti |
| Model | Cobra | Studebaker |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 6751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3410 mm |
