1966 AC Cobra vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 is newer by 44 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 110 more horse power than 2010 Ford F-250. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1851 kg more than 1966 AC Cobra.
Because 2010 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 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, 1966 AC Cobra (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford F-250. (494 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford F-250. 2010 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 1966 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1966 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 AC Cobra | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Cobra | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 2998 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 6253 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2029 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 115 L |
