1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Outback Sport. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Outback Sport.
Because 2007 Subaru Outback Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Outback Sport. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Outback Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Corvette | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
