1971 BMW Touring 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 Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW Touring | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | Touring | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2624 mm |
