1985 AC Cobra vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 AC Cobra (320 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 337 kg more than 1985 AC Cobra.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1985 AC Cobra (522 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1985 AC Cobra | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | AC | Subaru |
Model | Cobra | Legacy |
Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |