1963 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Aston Martin DB5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (243 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 50 kg more than 1963 Aston Martin DB5.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Aston Martin DB5. 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, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1963 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Aston Martin DB5 | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
| Model | DB5 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 64 L |
