1963 AC Cobra vs. 2002 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2002 Ford Mustang is newer by 39 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, 2002 Ford Mustang (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1963 AC Cobra. (271 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Mustang weights approximately 610 kg more than 1963 AC Cobra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Cobra. (423 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Cobra | 2002 Ford Mustang | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Cobra | Mustang |
Year Released | 1963 | 2002 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 529 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |