1963 AC Cobra vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1989 Subaru Legacy is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Cobra (271 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 190 kg more than 1963 AC Cobra.
Because 1989 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1963 AC Cobra (423 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Cobra | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | AC | Subaru |
Model | Cobra | Legacy |
Year Released | 1963 | 1989 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 1820 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |