1999 AC Cobra vs. 2012 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2012 Ford Mustang 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mustang (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1999 AC Cobra. (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1999 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mustang weights approximately 541 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 (522 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Mustang. (379 Nm). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Cobra | 2012 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Cobra | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1566 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |
