1962 AC Cobra vs. 2009 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 47 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 44 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (212 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Ram.
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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Cobra | 2009 Dodge Ram | |
Make | AC | Dodge |
Model | Cobra | Ram |
Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4265 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |