1977 Porsche 911 vs. 2001 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2001 Subaru Impreza is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 911 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Impreza. (94 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 5 kg more than 1977 Porsche 911.
Because 2001 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1977 Porsche 911 (260 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Impreza. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Porsche 911 | 2001 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 911 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2530 mm |
