1956 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1992 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1992 Subaru Legacy is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,920 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Aston Martin DB2 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1992 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 75 kg more than 1956 Aston Martin DB2.
Because 1992 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Aston Martin DB2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Legacy 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. Let's talk about torque, 1956 Aston Martin DB2 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Legacy. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1956 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Aston Martin DB2 | 1992 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
| Model | DB2 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |
