1985 AC Cobra vs. 2012 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition is newer by 27 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), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 AC Cobra (320 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Ford Expedition. (310 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1342 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 AC Cobra (522 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Expedition. (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Expedition. 2012 Ford Expedition 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. 2012 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 AC Cobra | 2012 Ford Expedition | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Cobra | Expedition |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
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 | 320 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2517 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3023 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 106 L |