2000 AC Cobra vs. 1968 Toyota Crown

To start off, 2000 AC Cobra is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Crown weights approximately 475 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Crown. (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Crown.

Compare all specifications:

2000 AC Cobra 1968 Toyota Crown
Make AC Toyota
Model Cobra Crown
Year Released 2000 1968
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3506 cc 2599 cc
Horse Power 350 HP 98 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 201 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 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 900 kg 1375 kg
Vehicle Length 4110 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 60 L


 

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