1958 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 46 kg more than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza 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, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1958 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Corvette | Impreza |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |