1966 AC Cobra vs. 2000 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2000 Toyota Soarer is newer by 34 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 134 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Soarer. (276 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 583 kg more than 1966 AC Cobra.
Because 1966 AC Cobra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Soarer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Soarer. (431 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Soarer. 2000 Toyota Soarer 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. 2000 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1966 AC Cobra | 2000 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | AC | Toyota |
Model | Cobra | Soarer |
Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6997 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 410 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2630 mm |