2006 Volkswagen Transporter vs. 1965 AC Cobra
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter 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 95 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter.
Because 1965 AC Cobra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1965 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | 1965 AC Cobra | |
| Make | Volkswagen | AC |
| Model | Transporter | Cobra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Van | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 4737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
