1977 BMW 728 vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 35 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, 1977 BMW 728 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 728 should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 22 kg more than 1977 BMW 728.
Because 2012 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, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 728. (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 728.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 728 | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 728 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| 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 | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 65 L |
