1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 413 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (136 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 585 kg more than 2007 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 558 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
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1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
Model | V8 Vantage | Legacy |
Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 64 L |