1958 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2008 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2008 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Outback Sport (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1958 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 1958 Aston Martin DB2.
Because 2008 Subaru Outback Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Aston Martin DB2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 1958 Aston Martin DB2 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Outback Sport. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Outback Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Aston Martin DB2 | 2008 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
| Model | DB2 | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 64 L |
