1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 40 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 72 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy 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, 2005 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, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1965 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Aston Martin DB5 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
| Model | DB5 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1430 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 64 L |
