1966 AC Cobra vs. 2010 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2010 Ford Fusion 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 235 more horse power than 2010 Ford Fusion. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Fusion weights approximately 343 kg more than 1966 AC Cobra.
Because 1966 AC Cobra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Fusion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 418 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Fusion. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 AC Cobra | 2010 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Cobra | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |
