2002 AC Cobra vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 11 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Z. (327 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Z weights approximately 433 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, 2002 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2002 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Z.
Compare all specifications:
2002 AC Cobra | 2013 Nissan Z | |
Make | AC | Nissan |
Model | Cobra | Z |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1493 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4246 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1315 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2550 mm |