2003 AC Cobra vs. 2007 TVR Sagaris
To start off, 2007 TVR Sagaris 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 TVR Sagaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 TVR Sagaris. (345 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2007 TVR Sagaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 TVR Sagaris weights approximately 168 kg more than 2003 AC Cobra.
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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 TVR Sagaris. (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 TVR Sagaris.
Compare all specifications:
2003 AC Cobra | 2007 TVR Sagaris | |
Make | AC | TVR |
Model | Cobra | Sagaris |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2370 mm |