1961 AC Cobra vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander is newer by 48 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, 2009 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1961 AC Cobra. (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Cobra.
Because 1961 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 1961 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander, 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, 1961 AC Cobra (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Highlander. (249 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1961 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Highlander. 2009 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 1961 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1961 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Cobra | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Cobra | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 73 L |
