2003 AC Cobra vs. 2008 Honda NSX

To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 5 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 74 more horse power than 2008 Honda NSX. (276 HP @ 7300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda NSX weights approximately 444 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda NSX. (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2003 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda NSX.

Compare all specifications:

2003 AC Cobra 2008 Honda NSX
Make AC Honda
Model Cobra NSX
Year Released 2003 2008
Body Type Roadster Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3506 cc 3179 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 350 HP 276 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 7300 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 298 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 78 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 10.0:1
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 1506 kg
Vehicle Length 4210 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1180 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 2540 mm


 

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