1971 BMW 3 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (250 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1971 BMW 3. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 178 kg more than 1971 BMW 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 BMW 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (339 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 3. (254 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 3 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |
