1973 BMW 3 vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 3 would be higher. At 3,153 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 3 (203 HP) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (165 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 340 kg more than 1973 BMW 3.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 BMW 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1973 BMW 3 (287 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 1973 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 3 | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 3 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.3 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
