1966 AC Cobra vs. 2006 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 AC Cobra would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 AC Cobra (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (127 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 753 kg more than 1966 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, 1966 AC Cobra (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 AC Cobra | 2006 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | AC | Isuzu |
| Model | Cobra | KB |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 2405 cc |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
