1962 AC Cobra vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 50 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) has 86 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 513 kg more than 1962 AC Cobra.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1962 AC Cobra (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1962 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Cobra | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | AC | Subaru |
Model | Cobra | Forester |
Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
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 |
Torque | 365 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |