1999 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 93 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy 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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (671 Nm) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Legacy. (350 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Corvette | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 671 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
