1971 BMW Touring vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 42 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), 2013 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 477 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Subaru Legacy (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW Touring | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | Touring | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
