1963 BMW 1800 vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1963 BMW 1800. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 215 kg more than 1963 BMW 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 BMW 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 1800. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 1800 | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 1800 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2640 mm |
