1960 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,668 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Aston Martin DB4 (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 80 kg more than 1960 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1960 Aston Martin DB4 (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1960 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Aston Martin DB4 | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
| Model | DB4 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3668 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 64 L |
