1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1996 Subaru Outback
To start off, 1996 Subaru Outback is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Aston Martin DB5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Outback. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1996 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Aston Martin DB5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Outback 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, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 (389 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Outback. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Aston Martin DB5 | 1996 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
| Model | DB5 | Outback |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2640 mm |
