1961 AC Cobra vs. 2002 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2002 Ford Excursion is newer by 41 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 AC Cobra (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2230 kg more than 1961 AC Cobra.
Because 2002 Ford Excursion 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, 2002 Ford Excursion 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, 2002 Ford Excursion (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Cobra. (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Cobra. 2002 Ford Excursion 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. 2002 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 AC Cobra | 2002 Ford Excursion | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Cobra | Excursion |
Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4265 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 3210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 167 L |