1977 BMW 728 vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 728. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 728 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 728 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 170 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 728 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2011 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 BMW 728. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 728 (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 728 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 728 | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 728 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
