1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1995 Subaru SVX
To start off, 1995 Subaru SVX is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1995 Subaru SVX. (218 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Subaru SVX weights approximately 244 kg more than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1995 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Subaru SVX 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, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 1995 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Corvette | SVX |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4638 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
