1995 Ford Scorpio vs. 1965 AC Cobra
To start off, 1995 Ford Scorpio is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 AC Cobra (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 544 kg more than 1965 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, 1965 AC Cobra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (281 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1965 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Scorpio. 1995 Ford Scorpio has automatic transmission and 1965 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1965 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Ford Scorpio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Scorpio | 1965 AC Cobra | |
| Make | Ford | AC |
| Model | Scorpio | Cobra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2935 cc | 4737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1250 mm |
