1959 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,636 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 35 kg more than 1959 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Forester. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1959 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Corvette | Forester |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4636 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |