1963 AC Cobra vs. 1994 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1994 Mercury Capri is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Cobra (271 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1994 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercury Capri weights approximately 30 kg more than 1963 AC Cobra.
Because 1963 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 1963 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Capri, 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, 1963 AC Cobra (423 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Cobra | 1994 Mercury Capri | |
Make | AC | Mercury |
Model | Cobra | Capri |
Year Released | 1963 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |