1961 AC Cobra vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 51 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 86 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 504 kg more than 1961 AC Cobra.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1961 AC Cobra | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | AC | Subaru |
Model | Cobra | Legacy |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4265 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |