1961 AC Cobra vs. 2004 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2004 Ford Falcon is newer by 43 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 36 more horse power than 2004 Ford Falcon. (220 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Falcon weights approximately 535 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1961 AC Cobra | 2004 Ford Falcon | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Cobra | Falcon |
Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4265 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |