1962 AC Cobra vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Cobra (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1326 kg more than 1962 AC Cobra.
Because 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Cobra. (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Cobra. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1962 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1962 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Cobra | 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Cobra | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 96 L |
