1999 AC Cobra vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 AC Cobra. (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1999 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 544 kg more than 1999 AC Cobra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1999 AC Cobra (522 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Forester. (306 Nm). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Forester. 2010 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1999 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1999 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Cobra | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | AC | Subaru |
| Model | Cobra | Forester |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1569 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 |
