1974 Porsche 911 vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Impreza (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1974 Porsche 911. (151 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1974 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 305 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1974 Porsche 911 (240 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1974 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Porsche 911 | 2008 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 911 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
