1999 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Impreza. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche 911 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2012 Subaru Impreza. 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, 1999 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Impreza. (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Porsche 911 | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Porsche | Subaru |
Model | 911 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3595 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2624 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |