1961 AC Cobra vs. 1998 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1998 Ford Explorer is newer by 37 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 96 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 920 kg more than 1961 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 AC Cobra (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
1961 AC Cobra | 1998 Ford Explorer | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Cobra | Explorer |
Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4265 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2840 mm |