2003 AC Cobra vs. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT
To start off, 2003 AC Cobra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Maserati 3200 GT would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (365 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 AC Cobra. (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT should accelerate faster than 2003 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT weights approximately 478 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, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (491 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 AC Cobra. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 AC Cobra. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT 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. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 AC Cobra | 2001 Maserati 3200 GT | |
Make | AC | Maserati |
Model | Cobra | 3200 GT |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 491 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2670 mm |