1985 AC Cobra vs. 2006 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 AC Cobra (320 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 541 kg more than 1985 AC Cobra.
Because 2006 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle 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, 1985 AC Cobra (522 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 AC Cobra | 2006 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Cobra | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
