1966 AC Cobra vs. 2001 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2001 Ford Econovan is newer by 35 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 314 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econovan weights approximately 298 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 496 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
1966 AC Cobra | 2001 Ford Econovan | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Cobra | Econovan |
Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
Body Type | Roadster | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6997 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 410 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2210 mm |