2003 AC Cobra vs. 1999 AC Cobra

To start off, 2003 AC Cobra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 AC Cobra. (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2003 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 AC Cobra weights approximately 37 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 AC Cobra. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 AC Cobra.

Compare all specifications:

2003 AC Cobra 1999 AC Cobra
Make AC AC
Model Cobra Cobra
Year Released 2003 1999
Body Type Roadster Roadster
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3506 cc 4942 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 350 HP 365 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 579 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1062 kg 1025 kg
Vehicle Length 4210 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1210 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 2300 mm


 

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