2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1992 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 17 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 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1992 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 510 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 2009 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, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Legacy. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 1992 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
| Model | DB9 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2590 mm |
