2002 AC Cobra vs. 2009 Ford F-350
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 AC Cobra would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Ford F-350. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 AC Cobra weights approximately 94 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350. 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, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 AC Cobra. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
2002 AC Cobra | 2009 Ford F-350 | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Cobra | F-350 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3490 mm |