2003 AC Cobra vs. 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,966 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo (494 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2003 AC Cobra. (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2003 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 368 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.
Because 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 AC Cobra. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 AC Cobra | 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | AC | Lamborghini |
| Model | Cobra | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2570 mm |
