1962 AC Cobra vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 51 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 98 more horse power than 2013 Ford Focus. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Focus weights approximately 337 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, 2013 Ford Focus, 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 1962 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Cobra | 2013 Ford Focus | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Cobra | Focus |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4534 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 47 L |
