1966 AC Cobra vs. 1999 Ford Econoline
To start off, 1999 Ford Econoline is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 AC Cobra would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 AC Cobra (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1999 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1178 kg more than 1966 AC Cobra.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1966 AC Cobra (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 AC Cobra | 1999 Ford Econoline | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Cobra | Econoline |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 2325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3510 mm |
