1958 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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 64 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 122 kg more than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy 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 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Corvette | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1526 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
