1962 AC Cobra vs. 2005 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 43 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 46 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mustang. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mustang weights approximately 403 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mustang. (335 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mustang. 2005 Ford Mustang 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. 2005 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Cobra | 2005 Ford Mustang | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Cobra | Mustang |
Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4265 cc | 4009 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 100.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 84.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1387 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |