1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (251 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (222 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 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 50 kg more than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Corvette | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1526 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
