1999 Subaru Legacy vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 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 276 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 100 kg more than 1999 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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, 1999 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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Subaru Legacy | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Subaru | Aston Martin |
| Model | Legacy | Vantage |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
