1971 BMW 3 vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 39 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, 1971 BMW 3 (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Impreza. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 5 kg more than 1971 BMW 3.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 BMW 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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, 1971 BMW 3 (255 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Impreza. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 3 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2619 mm |
