1999 AC Cobra vs. 2009 Ford F-450
To start off, 2009 Ford F-450 is newer by 10 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-450 (326 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1999 AC Cobra. (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Ford F-450 (814 Nm) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 AC Cobra. (522 Nm). This means 2009 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Cobra | 2009 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Cobra | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 814 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 6670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 4390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 144 L |
