1977 BMW 530 vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 530 (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 125 kg more than 1977 BMW 530.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 530 (256 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 530 | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 530 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
