1977 BMW 520 vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (225 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1977 BMW 520. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 520 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 520. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 520. 2009 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1977 BMW 520 has manual transmission. 1977 BMW 520 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1977 BMW 520 | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 520 | Forester |
Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1951 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |