1962 AC Cobra vs. 2005 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2005 Toyota RunX is newer by 43 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 4,265 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Cobra (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RunX. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RunX weights approximately 156 kg more than 1962 AC Cobra.
Because 1962 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 1962 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RunX, 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, 1962 AC Cobra (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RunX. (146 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1962 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Cobra | 2005 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Cobra | RunX |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1140 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
