1966 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 2002 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2002 Subaru Legacy is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Aston Martin DB6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Aston Martin DB6 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Aston Martin DB6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Aston Martin DB6 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2002 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Aston Martin DB6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1966 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Aston Martin DB6 | 2002 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
| Model | DB6 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2002 |
| 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 | 282 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2640 mm |
