2004 Mazda B4000 vs. 1965 AC Cobra
To start off, 2004 Mazda B4000 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 AC Cobra (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B4000. (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B4000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 657 kg more than 1965 AC Cobra.
Because 2004 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 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, 1965 AC Cobra (426 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B4000. (323 Nm). This means 1965 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B4000 | 1965 AC Cobra | |
| Make | Mazda | AC |
| Model | B4000 | Cobra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4031 cc | 4737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1667 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 68 L |
