1975 BMW Coupe vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW Coupe would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 BMW Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1975 BMW Coupe. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW Coupe.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 BMW Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW Coupe. (251 Nm). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW Coupe | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | Coupe | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2624 mm |
