1961 AC Cobra vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 48 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. In terms of performance, 1961 AC Cobra (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 AC Cobra weights approximately 8 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Ford Escape, 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1961 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Cobra | 2009 Ford Escape | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Cobra | Escape |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
