1972 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester 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, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (380 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm). This means 1972 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester. 2011 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1972 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1972 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Corvette | Forester |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5734 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2616 mm |
