1960 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 49 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 56 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 208 kg more than 1960 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Aston Martin DB4. (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Aston Martin DB4 | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
Model | DB4 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3668 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1535 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 65 L |