1961 AC Cobra vs. 2008 Ford Ikon
To start off, 2008 Ford Ikon is newer by 47 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 189 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ikon. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Ikon weights approximately 170 kg more than 1961 AC Cobra.
Because 1961 AC Cobra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Ikon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1961 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Cobra | 2008 Ford Ikon | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Cobra | Ikon |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
