1977 BMW 528 vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 528 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 528 (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 528 weights approximately 101 kg more than 1999 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 BMW 528. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy 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, 1977 BMW 528 (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 528 | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 528 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2640 mm |
