2007 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Subaru BRZ
To start off, 2013 Subaru BRZ is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (617 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 420 more horse power than 2013 Subaru BRZ. (197 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru BRZ.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (789 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 584 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru BRZ. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru BRZ.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Subaru BRZ | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Corvette | BRZ |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 617 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 789 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 331 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4235 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2570 mm |