1963 AC Cobra vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 43 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1963 AC Cobra. (271 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 665 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.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Cobra. (423 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Cobra | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Cobra | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |
