1963 AC Cobra vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer 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 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (293 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1963 AC Cobra. (271 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 AC Cobra (423 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer. (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Cobra | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | AC | Mercury |
Model | Cobra | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 293 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |