1964 AC Cobra vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 AC Cobra (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 900 kg more than 1964 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 AC Cobra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1964 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 AC Cobra | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Cobra | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4737 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2840 mm |
