1961 AC Cobra vs. 1999 Ford Expedition
To start off, 1999 Ford Expedition is newer by 38 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 AC Cobra (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Ford Expedition. (238 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1380 kg more than 1961 AC Cobra.
Because 1999 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Expedition 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, 1999 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Cobra. (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Cobra. 1999 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1961 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1961 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Cobra | 1999 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Cobra | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 397 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 132 L |
