1975 BMW 320 vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 36 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1975 BMW 320. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 420 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 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 320. (157 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 320 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 64 L |
