1995 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1995 Porsche 911. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1995 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 185 kg more than 1995 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 911. (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Porsche 911 | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 911 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1471 mm |
