1964 AC Cobra vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 AC Cobra (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 445 kg more than 1964 AC Cobra.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1964 AC Cobra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1964 AC Cobra | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | AC | Subaru |
Model | Cobra | Impreza |
Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4737 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 426 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 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 | 1010 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 |