1991 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 442 kg more than 2011 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Aston Martin Virage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1991 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Legacy. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1991 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Legacy. 1991 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Aston Martin Virage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Aston Martin Virage | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
| Model | Virage | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1535 mm |
