1972 Porsche 911 vs. 1996 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1996 Subaru Impreza is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,341 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (190 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Impreza. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Porsche 911 weights approximately 72 kg more than 1996 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1972 Porsche 911 (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Porsche 911 | 1996 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 911 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2341 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 60 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2530 mm |
