1973 BMW 3 vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1973 BMW 3. (203 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 341 kg more than 1973 BMW 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Legacy 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 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, 2013 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 3. (287 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 3 | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 3 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
