2003 AC Cobra vs. 1969 Ford Capri
To start off, 2003 AC Cobra is newer by 34 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), 2003 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 AC Cobra weights approximately 22 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri. 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, 2003 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (199 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 AC Cobra | 1969 Ford Capri | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Cobra | Capri |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 60.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2540 mm |
