1974 BMW 2.8 vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 35 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 42 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW 2.8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 BMW 2.8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 2.8. (295 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 2.8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 2.8 | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 2.8 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3293 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2616 mm |
