1966 BMW 1602 vs. 2012 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2012 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 1602. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 1602 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1966 BMW 1602. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 1602. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 929 kg more than 1966 BMW 1602. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 BMW 1602. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2012 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 1602. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 1602. 2012 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 1966 BMW 1602 has manual transmission. 1966 BMW 1602 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 1602 | 2012 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 1602 | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1869 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 64 L |
