1977 BMW 528 vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 33 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1977 BMW 528. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 124 kg more than 1977 BMW 528. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 BMW 528. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 528. (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 528 | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 528 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
