1961 AC Cobra vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,265 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 AC Cobra (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 406 kg more than 1961 AC Cobra.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 1961 AC Cobra (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1961 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester. 2007 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1961 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1961 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Cobra | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | AC | Subaru |
| Model | Cobra | Forester |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
