2006 Ford Mustang vs. 1967 AC Cobra
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 39 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 110 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mustang. (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1709 kg more than 1967 AC Cobra.
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, 1967 AC Cobra (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mustang. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mustang | 1967 AC Cobra | |
Make | Ford | AC |
Model | Mustang | Cobra |
Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 6997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 410 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1147 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |