1979 Subaru Leone vs. 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 444 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage weights approximately 697 kg more than 1979 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Leone 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, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
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1979 Subaru Leone | 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage | |
Make | Subaru | Aston Martin |
Model | Leone | V12 Vantage |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1697 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1245 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2741 mm |