2003 AC Cobra vs. 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero
To start off, 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero 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 6,350 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,183 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 833 more horse power than 2003 AC Cobra. (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero should accelerate faster than 2003 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero weights approximately 188 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.
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, 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,483 Nm @ 6150 RPM) has 1083 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 AC Cobra. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 AC Cobra | 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero | |
| Make | AC | SSC |
| Model | Cobra | Ultimate Aero |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 6350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 1183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 1483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1090 mm |
