1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2004 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2004 Subaru Outback is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Outback. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 258 kg more than 2004 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Outback. (225 Nm). This means 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2004 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
| Model | V8 Volante | Outback |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
