1975 BMW 320 vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 32 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1975 BMW 320. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 365 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 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (245 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 320. (157 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 320 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
