1969 BMW 1600 vs. 1978 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1978 Subaru Rex is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 BMW 1600 (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1978 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 1978 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 BMW 1600 weights approximately 461 kg more than 1978 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1969 BMW 1600 (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 BMW 1600 | 1978 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 1600 | Rex |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1930 mm |
