1976 BMW 3.3 vs. 2001 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2001 Subaru Forester is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 3.3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 3.3 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Forester. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 3.3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW 3.3 weights approximately 124 kg more than 2001 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 BMW 3.3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1976 BMW 3.3 (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 3.3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 3.3 | 2001 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 3.3 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 60 L |
