2005 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1992 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1992 Subaru Legacy. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 333 kg more than 1992 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Aston Martin DB9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 2005 Aston Martin DB9 (571 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Legacy. (263 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Aston Martin DB9 | 1992 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
Model | DB9 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 571 Nm | 263 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1377 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2590 mm |