1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (314 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 230 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (377 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
Model | DB4 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 1481 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |