1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1998 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1998 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Aston Martin DB7 would be higher. At 3,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1998 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1998 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Aston Martin DB7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (490 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 1998 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
Model | DB7 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3239 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1410 mm |