1966 AC Cobra vs. 2011 Ford E-150
To start off, 2011 Ford E-150 is newer by 45 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 185 more horse power than 2011 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1464 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 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford E-150. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford E-150. 2011 Ford E-150 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. 2011 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 AC Cobra | 2011 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Cobra | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 2611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 125 L |
