2003 AC Cobra vs. 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 3 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 4,960 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo (513 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2003 AC Cobra. (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2003 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 678 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 2006 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, 2006 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, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 AC Cobra. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | AC | Lamborghini |
| Model | Cobra | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 4960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 513 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 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 - Premium |
| 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 | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2570 mm |
