1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (241 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 334 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy. 2003 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante has manual transmission. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
Model | V8 Volante | Legacy |
Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 64 L |