1963 AC Cobra vs. 2002 Toyota F-1
To start off, 2002 Toyota F-1 is newer by 39 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 88 more horse power than 2002 Toyota F-1. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota F-1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota F-1 weights approximately 560 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, 2002 Toyota F-1 (430 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Cobra. (423 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota F-1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Cobra | 2002 Toyota F-1 | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Cobra | F-1 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1610 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
