2006 Aston Martin V12 vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Aston Martin V12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Aston Martin V12 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin V12 (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V12 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin V12 weights approximately 488 kg more than 2007 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Aston Martin V12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2006 Aston Martin V12 (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin V12 | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
| Model | V12 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 521 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
