1962 BMW 1800 vs. 2004 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2004 Subaru Baja is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Baja (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1800. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Baja weights approximately 537 kg more than 1962 BMW 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 BMW 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja 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, 2004 Subaru Baja (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1800. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 1800 | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 1800 | Baja |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1771 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 30 L |
