1966 AC Cobra vs. 1973 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1973 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 AC Cobra would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 AC Cobra (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 AC Cobra weights approximately 282 kg more than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 AC Cobra (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 AC Cobra | 1973 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Cobra | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2340 mm |
