1997 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Aston Martin DB7 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 (335 HP) has 79 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Legacy. (256 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 184 kg more than 2011 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Aston Martin DB7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 (488 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Legacy. (335 Nm). This means 1997 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Legacy. 2011 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1997 Aston Martin DB7 has manual transmission. 1997 Aston Martin DB7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Aston Martin DB7 | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
| Model | DB7 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 256 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2751 mm |
