1973 BMW 525 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 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1973 BMW 525. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 178 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 2013 Subaru Legacy 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, 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 (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 525. (208 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 525 | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 525 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2750 mm |
