1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2009 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Outback. (243 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Outback.
Because 2009 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Outback. (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2009 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Outback |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 64 L |
