2003 AC Cobra vs. 1999 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2003 AC Cobra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Supra 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 225 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Supra. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Supra weights approximately 553 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, 1999 Toyota Supra (1,050 Nm) has 650 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 AC Cobra. (400 Nm). This means 1999 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 AC Cobra. 1999 Toyota Supra has automatic transmission and 2003 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 2003 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Toyota Supra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 AC Cobra | 1999 Toyota Supra | |
Make | AC | Toyota |
Model | Cobra | Supra |
Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3065 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 1050 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2630 mm |