1975 BMW 320 vs. 2004 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2004 Subaru Forester is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Forester (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1975 BMW 320. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Forester weights approximately 413 kg more than 1975 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Subaru Forester (319 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 320. (174 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 320 | 2004 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 320 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1463 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
