1975 Porsche 930 vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (148 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 215 kg more than 1975 Porsche 930.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Porsche 930. 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, 1975 Porsche 930 (351 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Porsche 930 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 930 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2619 mm |
