1963 AC Cobra vs. 2012 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 49 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, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (310 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1963 AC Cobra. (271 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1525 kg more than 1963 AC Cobra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sequoia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Cobra. (423 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Cobra. 2012 Toyota Sequoia 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. 2012 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Cobra | 2012 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Cobra | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1956 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3099 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |
