1962 AC Cobra vs. 2006 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2006 Ford Bantam is newer by 44 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 162 more horse power than 2006 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Bantam weights approximately 260 kg more than 1962 AC Cobra.
Because 1962 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 1962 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Bantam, 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, 1962 AC Cobra (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Bantam. (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Cobra | 2006 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Cobra | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 1597 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 54 L |
