1962 AC Cobra vs. 1995 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1995 Ford Scorpio is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,265 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Cobra (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 572 kg more than 1962 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, 1962 AC Cobra (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1962 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Cobra | 1995 Ford Scorpio | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Cobra | Scorpio |
Year Released | 1962 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4265 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1556 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |