1971 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 36 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 169 kg more than 2007 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Corvette | Legacy |
Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1529 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |