1962 AC Cobra vs. 2003 Ford F-250
To start off, 2003 Ford F-250 is newer by 41 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 256 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1366 kg more than 1962 AC Cobra.
Because 2003 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Cobra. (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Cobra. 2003 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 1962 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1962 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Cobra | 2003 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Cobra | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3490 mm |
