1963 AC Cobra vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta

To start off, 1996 Toyota Cresta is newer by 33 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 113 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (158 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Cresta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Cresta weights approximately 294 kg more than 1963 AC Cobra.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1963 AC Cobra (423 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Cresta. 1996 Toyota Cresta has automatic transmission and 1963 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1963 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Toyota Cresta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1963 AC Cobra 1996 Toyota Cresta
Make AC Toyota
Model Cobra Cresta
Year Released 1963 1996
Body Type Roadster Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4727 cc 1968 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 271 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 423 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1050 kg 1344 kg
Vehicle Length 3850 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 2740 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 70 L


 

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