1998 AC Cobra vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1494 kg more than 1998 AC Cobra.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1998 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Ram. (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 AC Cobra | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | Cobra | Ram |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 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 | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 132 L |
