1999 AC Cobra vs. 2003 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 4 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1999 AC Cobra. (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1999 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 455 kg more than 1999 AC Cobra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Mustang. (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Cobra | 2003 Ford Mustang | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Cobra | Mustang |
Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 556 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |