2009 Subaru Outback Sport vs. 1965 AC Cobra
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 AC Cobra (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Outback Sport. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Outback Sport.
Because 2009 Subaru Outback Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 1965 AC Cobra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Outback Sport. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1965 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Outback Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Outback Sport | 1965 AC Cobra | |
| Make | Subaru | AC |
| Model | Outback Sport | Cobra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 4737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| 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 Length | 4420 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
