2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Subaru BRZ
To start off, 2013 Subaru BRZ is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (391 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2013 Subaru BRZ. (197 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru BRZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 215 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru BRZ. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru BRZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Subaru BRZ | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Corvette | BRZ |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |
