1972 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. (255 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 36 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 Impreza 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Corvette | Impreza |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2624 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |