1964 AC Cobra vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 AC Cobra (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (212 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Altezza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 510 kg more than 1964 AC Cobra.
Because 2001 Toyota Altezza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza 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, 1964 AC Cobra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (299 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1964 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Altezza. 2001 Toyota Altezza has automatic transmission and 1964 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1964 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Altezza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 AC Cobra | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Cobra | Altezza |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4737 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
