1961 AC Cobra vs. 1977 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1977 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,265 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 AC Cobra (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 AC Cobra weights approximately 115 kg more than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 AC Cobra (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1961 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Cobra | 1977 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Cobra | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2340 mm |
