1985 AC Cobra vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 is newer by 25 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1985 AC Cobra. (223 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1985 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1725 kg more than 1985 AC Cobra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Ford F-250 (494 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 AC Cobra. (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 AC Cobra. 2010 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 1985 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1985 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:
1985 AC Cobra | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Cobra | F-250 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 6253 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3967 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 115 L |