1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2008 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,361 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Tribeca. (245 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 415 kg more than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2008 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Tribeca 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, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Tribeca. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Corvette | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5361 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1885 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
