2007 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1997 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 432 more horse power than 1997 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1997 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 945 kg more than 1997 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Subaru Impreza 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, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1997 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
Model | Vanquish | Impreza |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 521 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 577 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 60 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |