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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1971 BMW 3. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 87 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 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 3. (255 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW 3 | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 3 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
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 | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1467 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 |