1963 AC Cobra vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 45 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 112 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 1531 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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. 2008 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Cobra | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | AC | Toyota |
Model | Cobra | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2581 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 79 L |