1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 51 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 2 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (228 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 109 kg more than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 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, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Corvette | Forester |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4638 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
