2000 AC Cobra vs. 2005 Lincoln Zephyr
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Zephyr is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 AC Cobra 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 132 more horse power than 2005 Lincoln Zephyr. (218 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2005 Lincoln Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Zephyr weights approximately 484 kg more than 2000 AC Cobra.
Because 2000 AC Cobra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Zephyr, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lincoln Zephyr. (271 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2000 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lincoln Zephyr. 2005 Lincoln Zephyr has automatic transmission and 2000 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 2000 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lincoln Zephyr will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 AC Cobra | 2005 Lincoln Zephyr | |
| Make | AC | Lincoln |
| Model | Cobra | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2730 mm |
