1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 17 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 185 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
Model | DB7 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3239 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1988 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2645 mm |