2003 AC Cobra vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 AC Cobra would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (136 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 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 343 kg more than 2003 AC Cobra.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 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, 2003 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2003 AC Cobra | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | AC | Subaru |
Model | Cobra | Legacy |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2680 mm |