2000 AC Cobra vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 AC Cobra would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 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 260 kg more than 2000 AC Cobra.
Because 2005 Mazda Drifter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 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, 2000 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 AC Cobra | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | Cobra | Drifter |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2604 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1320 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3010 mm |
