1961 AC Cobra vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 44 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), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1961 AC Cobra. (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 228 kg more than 1961 AC Cobra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Cobra. (365 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Cobra. 2005 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. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 AC Cobra | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Cobra | Expedition |
Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4265 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 495 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1208 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 106 L |