1997 AC Cobra vs. 2008 Ford F-450
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 11 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Ford F-450. (350 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford F-450.
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, 2008 Ford F-450 (881 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 AC Cobra. (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
1997 AC Cobra | 2008 Ford F-450 | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Cobra | F-450 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 6400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 6670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 4390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 144 L |