1984 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda (309 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 595 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 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda. 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, 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
| Model | Lagonda | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 64 L |
