1996 AC Cobra vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 AC Cobra (365 HP) has 195 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 471 kg more than 1996 AC Cobra.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester 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, 1996 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1996 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1996 AC Cobra | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | AC | Subaru |
Model | Cobra | Forester |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 579 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 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 | 1026 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |