1963 AC Cobra vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 42 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 117 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 621 kg more than 1963 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 AC Cobra (423 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B3000. (240 Nm). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Cobra | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | Cobra | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1671 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 74 L |
