1990 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 640 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Aston Martin Virage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1990 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Aston Martin Virage | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
Model | Virage | Legacy |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |