1998 AC Cobra vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 13 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Ford F-150. (360 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1353 kg more than 1998 AC Cobra.
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, 1998 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford F-150. (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford F-150. 2011 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1998 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1998 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 AC Cobra | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Cobra | F-150 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 2379 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |