1976 BMW 3.3 vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 37 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 23 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Outback. (171 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 3.3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Outback weights approximately 114 kg more than 1976 BMW 3.3.
Because 2013 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 BMW 3.3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Outback. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 3.3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Outback.
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1976 BMW 3.3 | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 3.3 | Outback |
Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3295 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2740 mm |