2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (162 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 410 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Aston Martin DBS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Subaru Legacy | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
Make | Subaru | Aston Martin |
Model | Legacy | DBS |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4719 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.7 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |