1966 AC Cobra vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 AC Cobra would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 AC Cobra (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (243 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 288 kg more than 1966 AC Cobra.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1966 AC Cobra (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 AC Cobra | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | AC | Subaru |
| Model | Cobra | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
