1997 AC Cobra vs. 1966 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1997 AC Cobra is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Toyota Crown weights approximately 349 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Crown. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1997 AC Cobra | 1966 Toyota Crown | |
Make | AC | Toyota |
Model | Cobra | Crown |
Year Released | 1997 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2599 cc |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |