1973 BMW 3 vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 40 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 35 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Forester. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 230 kg more than 1973 BMW 3.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 BMW 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW 3 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 3 | Forester |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3153 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.3 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2615 mm |