1963 AC Cobra vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 49 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 6 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Impreza. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 405 kg more than 1963 AC Cobra.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1963 AC Cobra (423 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Impreza. (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Cobra | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | AC | Subaru |
Model | Cobra | Impreza |
Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 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 | 1050 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2624 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |