1996 AC Cobra vs. 2009 Ford E-350
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 13 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 AC Cobra weights approximately 56 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350. 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, 1996 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-350. (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-350. 2009 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1996 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1996 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 AC Cobra | 2009 Ford E-350 | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Cobra | E-350 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 132 L |