1969 BMW 1600 vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 44 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1969 BMW 1600. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1969 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 562 kg more than 1969 BMW 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 BMW 1600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Legacy (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 BMW 1600 | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 1600 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
