1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Aston Martin DB5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Legacy. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 146 kg more than 1964 Aston Martin DB5.
Because 2013 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Legacy. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1964 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Aston Martin DB5 | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
| Model | DB5 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2750 mm |
