1963 AC Cobra vs. 1995 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1995 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 32 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 41 more horse power than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 554 kg more than 1963 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, 1995 Ford Thunderbird (447 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Cobra. (423 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Cobra. 1995 Ford Thunderbird has automatic transmission and 1963 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1963 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Ford Thunderbird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Cobra | 1995 Ford Thunderbird | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Cobra | Thunderbird |
Year Released | 1963 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1604 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2950 mm |