2002 AC Cobra vs. 2006 Lexus LS
To start off, 2006 Lexus LS is newer by 4 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 4,294 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2006 Lexus LS. (278 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus LS weights approximately 705 kg more than 2002 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, 2006 Lexus LS (423 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 AC Cobra. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 AC Cobra. 2006 Lexus LS 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. 2006 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 AC Cobra | 2006 Lexus LS | |
| Make | AC | Lexus |
| Model | Cobra | LS |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 278 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 423 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2930 mm |
