2003 AC Cobra vs. 1959 Austin-Healey 3000
To start off, 2003 AC Cobra is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. (124 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 weights approximately 81 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. (237 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000.
Compare all specifications:
2003 AC Cobra | 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 | |
Make | AC | Austin-Healey |
Model | Cobra | 3000 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2911 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1143 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2340 mm |