2002 AC Cobra vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 AC Cobra would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (245 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 315 kg more than 2002 AC Cobra.
Because 2008 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2002 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (292 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Legacy. 2008 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2002 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 2002 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 AC Cobra | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | AC | Subaru |
| Model | Cobra | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2680 mm |
