1966 AC Cobra vs. 2007 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2007 Toyota RunX is newer by 41 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 221 more horse power than 2007 Toyota RunX. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RunX weights approximately 5 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, 2007 Toyota RunX, 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 471 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RunX. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 AC Cobra | 2007 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | Cobra | RunX |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
