1956 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2003 Subaru Forester is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette (245 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Forester. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Forester weights approximately 173 kg more than 1956 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2003 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Forester 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, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Corvette | Forester |
Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4638 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1227 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |