1963 AC Cobra vs. 1996 Mazda Sentia
To start off, 1996 Mazda Sentia is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Cobra (271 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1996 Mazda Sentia. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda Sentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 516 kg more than 1963 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, 1963 AC Cobra (423 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda Sentia. (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda Sentia. 1996 Mazda Sentia has automatic transmission and 1963 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1963 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mazda Sentia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Cobra | 1996 Mazda Sentia | |
Make | AC | Mazda |
Model | Cobra | Sentia |
Year Released | 1963 | 1996 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1566 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2860 mm |