1961 AC Cobra vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 52 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1961 AC Cobra. (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 475 kg more than 1961 AC Cobra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1961 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Cobra | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | AC | Subaru |
| Model | Cobra | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| 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 | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 65535 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2625 mm |
