2006 Lexus IS vs. 1965 AC Cobra
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS is newer by 41 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 114 more horse power than 2006 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus IS weights approximately 495 kg more than 1965 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, 1965 AC Cobra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1965 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus IS | 1965 AC Cobra | |
| Make | Lexus | AC |
| Model | IS | Cobra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 4737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
