1964 AC Cobra vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 49 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 96 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Legacy. (171 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 497 kg more than 1964 AC Cobra.
Because 2013 Subaru Legacy 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, 2013 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, 1964 AC Cobra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Legacy. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1964 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1964 AC Cobra | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | AC | Subaru |
Model | Cobra | Legacy |
Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4737 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 426 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1507 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1505 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2750 mm |