1966 AC Cobra vs. 2006 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2006 Toyota MR2 is newer by 40 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 270 more horse power than 2006 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota MR2.
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 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota MR2. (231 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1966 AC Cobra | 2006 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | AC | Toyota |
Model | Cobra | MR2 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6997 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 410 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |