1979 Subaru Rex vs. 2010 BMW 535
To start off, 2010 BMW 535 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 535 weights approximately 1545 kg more than 1979 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Rex. 2010 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 1979 Subaru Rex has manual transmission. 1979 Subaru Rex will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Subaru Rex | 2010 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Subaru | BMW |
| Model | Rex | 535 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 543 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1930 mm | 3066 mm |
