1999 AC Cobra vs. 2012 Ford F-250
To start off, 2012 Ford F-250 is newer by 13 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1999 AC Cobra. (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-250 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, 2012 Ford F-250 (548 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 AC Cobra. (522 Nm). This means 2012 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 AC Cobra. 2012 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 1999 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1999 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Cobra | 2012 Ford F-250 | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Cobra | F-250 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 548 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 6269 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1966 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3967 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 132 L |