1959 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,920 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP) has 124 more horse power than 1959 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1959 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 383 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Aston Martin DB2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 6400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Aston Martin DB2. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Aston Martin DB2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Aston Martin DB2 | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
| Model | DB2 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 242 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 64 L |
