1963 AC Cobra vs. 1995 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1995 Toyota Carina is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Cobra (271 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Carina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Carina weights approximately 85 kg more than 1963 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 AC Cobra (423 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Cobra | 1995 Toyota Carina | |
Make | AC | Toyota |
Model | Cobra | Carina |
Year Released | 1963 | 1995 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2590 mm |