2003 AC Cobra vs. 2012 Lamborghini Aventador
To start off, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador is newer by 9 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 6,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Lamborghini Aventador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador (700 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 2003 AC Cobra. (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador should accelerate faster than 2003 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lamborghini Aventador weights approximately 513 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 2012 Lamborghini Aventador is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador 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, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador (689 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 AC Cobra. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Lamborghini Aventador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 AC Cobra. 2012 Lamborghini Aventador has automatic transmission and 2003 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 2003 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lamborghini Aventador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 AC Cobra | 2012 Lamborghini Aventador | |
| Make | AC | Lamborghini |
| Model | Cobra | Aventador |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 6500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 700 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 689 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1135 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2700 mm |
