1963 AC Cobra vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 42 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 69 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 999 kg more than 1963 AC Cobra.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will offer significantly more control. 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (339 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Cobra | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | AC | Mercury |
Model | Cobra | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2049 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |