2003 AC Cobra vs. 2007 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2007 Opel Speedster is newer by 4 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 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 153 more horse power than 2007 Opel Speedster. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 AC Cobra weights approximately 57 kg more than 2007 Opel Speedster. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2003 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
2003 AC Cobra | 2007 Opel Speedster | |
Make | AC | Opel |
Model | Cobra | Speedster |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2340 mm |