2004 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 1980 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 5,736 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (605 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 538 more horse power than 1980 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1980 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 462 kg more than 1980 Subaru Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (591 Nm) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Subaru Coupe. (114 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Subaru Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | 1980 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | Carrera GT | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 605 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 591 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 60 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2470 mm |
