2000 AC Cobra vs. 1969 Ford Capri
To start off, 2000 AC Cobra is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (88 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Capri weights approximately 105 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
2000 AC Cobra | 1969 Ford Capri | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Cobra | Capri |
Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 87 L |