1961 AC Cobra vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 44 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1961 AC Cobra. (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1315 kg more than 1961 AC Cobra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (441 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Cobra. (365 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Cobra | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Cobra | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 99 L |
