1997 AC Cobra vs. 2006 Ford F-350
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 AC Cobra would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-350. (362 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-350 weights approximately 182 kg more than 1997 AC Cobra.
Because 2006 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 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, 2006 Ford F-350 (621 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 AC Cobra. (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 AC Cobra | 2006 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Cobra | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 6240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 110 L |
