1996 Subaru Legacy vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage

To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (430 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Legacy. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 260 kg more than 1996 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1996 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (489 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Legacy. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage has automatic transmission and 1996 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 1996 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Subaru Legacy 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
Make Subaru Aston Martin
Model Legacy Vantage
Year Released 1996 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 4700 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 115 HP 430 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 7300 RPM
Torque 170 Nm 489 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Premium
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual 7-speed automatic
Vehicle Weight 1350 kg 1610 kg
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 4382 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 2022 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1260 mm


 

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