1971 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP) has 88 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 29 kg more than 1971 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm @ 6400 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Corvette | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 242 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1529 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
