1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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 (301 HP) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (250 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 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 73 kg more than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy 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 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. Let's talk about torque, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (339 Nm). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Corvette | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
