1978 BMW M1 vs. 2011 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2011 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW M1 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Tribeca. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 611 kg more than 1978 BMW M1.
Because 2011 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 BMW M1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2011 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW M1. (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW M1. 2011 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 1978 BMW M1 has manual transmission. 1978 BMW M1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1978 BMW M1 | 2011 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | M1 | Tribeca |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 273 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1911 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1687 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2748 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 64 L |