2003 AC Cobra vs. 2000 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2003 AC Cobra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Fusca 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 298 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 AC Cobra weights approximately 240 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. 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, 2003 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
2003 AC Cobra | 2000 Volkswagen Fusca | |
Make | AC | Volkswagen |
Model | Cobra | Fusca |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 822 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2410 mm |