1998 Acura NSX vs. 1965 AC Cobra
To start off, 1998 Acura NSX is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura NSX (291 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1965 AC Cobra. (267 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1965 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, 1965 AC Cobra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1965 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Acura NSX | 1965 AC Cobra | |
Make | Acura | AC |
Model | NSX | Cobra |
Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 4737 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 72.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2290 mm |