1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1974 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP) has 483 more horse power than 1974 Subaru Leone. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1974 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1195 kg more than 1974 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 651 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1974 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
Model | V8 Vantage | Leone |
Year Released | 1993 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 1361 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 60 HP |
Torque | 745 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |