1963 AC Cobra vs. 2009 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 46 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), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1963 AC Cobra. (271 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 AC Cobra weights approximately 84 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Cobra. (423 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Cobra. 2009 Ford F-150 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. 2009 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Cobra | 2009 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Cobra | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| 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 | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 136 L |
