2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 1967 AC Cobra
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 AC Cobra would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 AC Cobra (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 168 kg more than 1967 AC Cobra.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1967 AC Cobra (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Legacy | 1967 AC Cobra | |
| Make | Subaru | AC |
| Model | Legacy | Cobra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 6997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 410 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 107.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1147 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
