2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1967 AC Cobra
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 AC Cobra would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 AC Cobra (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 358 kg more than 1967 AC Cobra.
Because 1967 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 1967 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo, 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, 1967 AC Cobra (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (331 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1967 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1967 AC Cobra | |
| Make | Ford | AC |
| Model | Mondeo | Cobra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 410 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 107.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 266 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1147 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |
