1962 AC Cobra vs. 2001 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2001 Subaru Impreza is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,265 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Cobra (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Impreza. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 416 kg more than 1962 AC Cobra.
Because 2001 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1962 AC Cobra (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Impreza. (334 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1962 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Cobra | 2001 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | AC | Subaru |
| Model | Cobra | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
