1999 AC Cobra vs. 1970 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1999 AC Cobra is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 7,014 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Cobra (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1970 Ford Mustang. (99 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Mustang weights approximately 559 kg more than 1999 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, 1970 Ford Mustang (637 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 AC Cobra. (522 Nm). This means 1970 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Cobra | 1970 Ford Mustang | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Cobra | Mustang |
Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 7014 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 637 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2750 mm |