1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1994 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (135 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1994 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Aston Martin DB7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Aston Martin DB7 | 1994 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
| Model | DB7 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 60 L |
