1966 AC Cobra vs. 1989 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1989 Toyota Model F is newer by 23 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 331 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Model F weights approximately 153 kg more than 1966 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, 1966 AC Cobra (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 511 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Model F. 1989 Toyota Model F has automatic transmission and 1966 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1966 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 AC Cobra | 1989 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Cobra | Model F |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2240 mm |
