1964 AC Cobra vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 40 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1964 AC Cobra. (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1964 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2010 kg more than 1964 AC Cobra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 AC Cobra. (426 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 AC Cobra | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Cobra | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4737 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 3020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 167 L |
