1995 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (241 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 524 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 1995 Aston Martin Virage. 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, 1995 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Aston Martin Virage | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
Model | Virage | Legacy |
Year Released | 1995 | 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 | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |