1963 AC Cobra vs. 2009 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner 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 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 100 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 875 kg more than 1963 AC Cobra.
Because 2009 Mercury Mariner 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 Mercury Mariner 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Mariner. 2009 Mercury Mariner 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 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Cobra | 2009 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | AC | Mercury |
| Model | Cobra | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
