1973 BMW 525 vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1973 BMW 525. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 160 kg more than 1973 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 525. (208 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW 525 | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 525 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2624 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |