1985 AC Cobra vs. 2007 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2007 Mazda Drifter is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 AC Cobra (223 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2007 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda Drifter.
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, 1985 AC Cobra (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
1985 AC Cobra | 2007 Mazda Drifter | |
Make | AC | Mazda |
Model | Cobra | Drifter |
Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2606 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 82 L |