2003 AC Cobra vs. 1995 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2003 AC Cobra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda RX-7 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 112 more horse power than 1995 Mazda RX-7. (238 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 238 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 AC Cobra | 1995 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | Cobra | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2430 mm |
