1974 BMW 2.8 vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW 2.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW 2.8 would be higher. At 3,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 BMW 2.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 BMW 2.8 (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW 2.8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW 2.8 weights approximately 84 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 BMW 2.8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1974 BMW 2.8 (295 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 BMW 2.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 2.8 | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 2.8 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3293 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |
