1961 AC Cobra vs. 1999 Mazda B3000
To start off, 1999 Mazda B3000 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,265 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 AC Cobra (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B3000. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 184 kg more than 1961 AC Cobra.
Because 1961 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 1961 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B3000, 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, 1961 AC Cobra (365 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda B3000. (198 Nm). This means 1961 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Cobra | 1999 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | Cobra | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 2507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
