1973 BMW 3 vs. 2007 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 34 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Outback Sport. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Outback Sport.
Because 2007 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport 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 @ 4200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Outback Sport. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Outback Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 3 | 2007 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 3 | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| 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 | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
