1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2010 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback is newer by 14 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 161 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 108 kg more than 2010 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Aston Martin DB7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
| Model | DB7 | Outback |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3239 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 70 L |
