2001 AC Cobra vs. 1957 Ford Escort
To start off, 2001 AC Cobra is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1957 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 AC Cobra weights approximately 243 kg more than 1957 Ford Escort. 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, 2001 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2001 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2001 AC Cobra | 1957 Ford Escort | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Cobra | Escort |
Year Released | 2001 | 1957 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2150 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 63.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 817 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2220 mm |