2003 AC Cobra vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 10 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. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (311 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Boxter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Boxter weights approximately 288 kg more than 2003 AC Cobra.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2003 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2003 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 AC Cobra | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | AC | Porsche |
| Model | Cobra | Boxter |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1281 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2475 mm |
