1967 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Aston Martin DB6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Aston Martin DB6 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Aston Martin DB6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Impreza. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2012 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Aston Martin DB6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza 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, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Impreza. (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Aston Martin DB6 | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
Model | DB6 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2624 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |