2005 AC Cobra vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 AC Cobra would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2013 Scion FR-S. (199 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion FR-S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion FR-S weights approximately 168 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 2005 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Compare all specifications:
2005 AC Cobra | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
Make | AC | Scion |
Model | Cobra | FR-S |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 199 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed 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 | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2570 mm |