1999 AC Cobra vs. 2000 Ford Econoline
To start off, 2000 Ford Econoline is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2000 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1300 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, 1999 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Cobra | 2000 Ford Econoline | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Cobra | Econoline |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 2325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3510 mm |
