1996 AC Cobra vs. 1999 Dodge Ram
To start off, 1999 Dodge Ram is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1044 kg more than 1996 AC Cobra.
Because 1999 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Ram 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, 1996 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 AC Cobra | 1999 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Cobra | Ram |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2790 mm |
