1976 BMW 633 vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 633. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 633 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 633 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1976 BMW 633. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 633. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW 633 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2012 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 BMW 633. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 633. (285 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 633.
Compare all specifications:
1976 BMW 633 | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 633 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2624 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |