2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Subaru BRZ
To start off, 2013 Subaru BRZ is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (406 HP) has 209 more horse power than 2013 Subaru BRZ. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru BRZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 384 kg more than 2013 Subaru BRZ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru BRZ. (205 Nm). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru BRZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Subaru BRZ | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Corvette | BRZ |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 406 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1643 kg | 1259 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |
