2006 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1967 AC Cobra
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline 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 163 more horse power than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 AC Cobra weights approximately 294 kg more than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline will offer significantly more control. 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 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. 2006 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 1967 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1967 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Ridgeline | 1967 AC Cobra | |
| Make | Honda | AC |
| Model | Ridgeline | Cobra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 6997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 410 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 107.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1147 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |
