1966 AC Cobra vs. 2007 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2007 TVR Tuscan 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 55 more horse power than 2007 TVR Tuscan. (355 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2007 TVR Tuscan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 AC Cobra weights approximately 47 kg more than 2007 TVR Tuscan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 TVR Tuscan. (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 TVR Tuscan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 AC Cobra | 2007 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | AC | TVR |
| Model | Cobra | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 290 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 Weight | 1147 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
