1998 AC Cobra vs. 2011 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2011 Ford Ranger 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 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 222 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ranger.
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 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1998 AC Cobra | 2011 Ford Ranger | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Cobra | Ranger |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5171 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3193 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 74 L |