1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy 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, 2008 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. (230 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 139 kg more than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Legacy 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 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, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Corvette | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4638 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
