2008 Subaru Legacy vs. 1967 AC Cobra
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 41 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 240 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 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 461 kg more than 1967 AC Cobra.
Because 2008 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, 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, 1967 AC Cobra (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1967 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Legacy | 1967 AC Cobra | |
| Make | Subaru | AC |
| Model | Legacy | Cobra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 6997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 410 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 1147 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
