1961 AC Cobra vs. 1997 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1997 Ford Mustang is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,265 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 AC Cobra (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1997 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Mustang weights approximately 410 kg more than 1961 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, 1961 AC Cobra (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1961 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1961 AC Cobra | 1997 Ford Mustang | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Cobra | Mustang |
Year Released | 1961 | 1997 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4265 cc | 3795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |