2003 AC Cobra vs. 1996 McLaren F1 GTR
To start off, 2003 AC Cobra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 McLaren F1 GTR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 McLaren F1 GTR would be higher. At 6,061 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 McLaren F1 GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR (627 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2003 AC Cobra. (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR should accelerate faster than 2003 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 McLaren F1 GTR weights approximately 58 kg more than 2003 AC Cobra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR (715 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 AC Cobra. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 McLaren F1 GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
2003 AC Cobra | 1996 McLaren F1 GTR | |
Make | AC | McLaren |
Model | Cobra | F1 GTR |
Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 6061 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 627 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 715 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2720 mm |