1962 AC Cobra vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,265 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Cobra (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Drifter weights approximately 96 kg more than 1962 AC Cobra.
Because 2005 Mazda Drifter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter 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, 1962 AC Cobra (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1962 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Cobra | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | Cobra | Drifter |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
