1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 320 kg more than 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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. 2009 Subaru Impreza has automatic transmission and 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre has manual transmission. 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Impreza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
Model | 2-Litre | Impreza |
Year Released | 1949 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |