1975 BMW 320 vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 38 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), 2013 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1975 BMW 320. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 422 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 2013 Subaru Legacy 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, 2013 Subaru Legacy 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, 2013 Subaru Legacy (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 320. (157 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 320 | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 320 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
