2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 1967 AC Cobra
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 42 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 187 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (223 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 392 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, 2009 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 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1967 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mondeo | 1967 AC Cobra | |
| Make | Ford | AC |
| Model | Mondeo | Cobra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 6997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 410 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 107.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 266 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1539 kg | 1147 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |
